Mommy, Where Is Daddy? The Forsaken Daughter's Return novel Chapter 81

"Held at the most iconic and historical cathedral, here in Braeton City. Today is probably the most eventful celebration of the year." An announcer stood outside the huge pillars of the grand cathedral, holding a microphone while reporting in front of the camera, live on television. She told, "We can only give you the pre-event videos, but the empty halls in its vast decors are good enough to make you tell; this is one of the grandest weddings held in Braeton!"

The reporter grinned before announcing, "Yes, that is right. Today, the Wrights open up to the city, allowing us to give the citizens of Braeton a live coverage before the wedding." Walking a few steps to the center of the wide stairs, standing behind the great cathedral entrance, the reporter added, "Today is the wedding of the great Ethan Wright and his wife, Samantha Davis Wright!"

Many intrigued individuals watched the live broadcast that day as Channel 6 News took the city inside the newly decorated historical cathedral.

Entering the wooden antic doors, reaching nearly twenty feet high, everyone could see the stone pillars standing on the sides.

From the entrance, a gold carpet was already prepared for when the bride would walk into the ceremony area.

Standing every two meters on each side of the carpet, castle guards in uniform stood straight, expressionlessly, holding a sword, faced down, in their hands.

"Just entering the place, I am already getting the feel of the couple's theme," the reporter said to the camera. "Looking around, you can see the ushers - even the women in royal attire. Even the famous wedding planner in the city, Cassandra Smith, is in royal bruxel attire."

Nodding her head to the cameras, she confirmed, "Clearly, the couple has a castle-themed wedding going on and in the next hour... the king and queen of the city will soon be wed right in this very spot."

From inside the cathedral, the cameramen showed off the place's beautiful stone walls, high ceilings, and arched window frames.

Added pillars were placed to the sides, giving it that more castle effect theme inside the classic cathedral.

The same pillars were generously decorated with flowers on top. Vines flowed down from the gathering of peach roses and apricot carnations. Moreover, wisteria flowers of white and pink flowed down from the pillars together with the vines.

Looking above, the high ceilings were equipped with gigantic chandeliers, flowing six feet down of gleaming crystals.

As guests were starting to arrive, the reporter had to exit the cathedral. Ethan only agreed to media coverage before the wedding itself. Thus, the reporter closed that portion of the coverage, saying, "So beautiful, so heavenly and so royalty... It's every girl's dream wedding! Stay tuned for our coverage of the wedding party venue! Coming up in just a few hours."

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While the cathedral was being filled with visitors, and as the entourage prepare to enter, Samantha and Winfield were being driven by Edgar.

Minutes away, Winfield readily placed his daughter's hand around his arm and said, "You are already married. I'm not supposed to feel teary-eyed, but I feel like I am losing you again. I can't believe I'm really walking you down the aisle."

Samantha had been feeling nervous since putting on her gown. Hearing her father say such words made her cry. She answered, "I can't believe it, either, Dad. I feel like I'm in dreamland."

"Shhh. Careful with those tears." Winfield helped wipe his daughter's tears, going beneath her veil. "Your makeup will get ruined."

After settling the emotions of his daughter, Winfield said, "You look so beautiful, Sam. Ethan is lucky to have you."

Samantha chuckled before answering, "Thanks, Dad."

"I have already applied for early retirement, by the way. I wanted you to know that," revealed Winfield.

"Why, Dad?" Samantha asked with a frown. "Are you already tired?"

"No." With a sigh, Winfield revealed, "Because of my relentless chasing of the general post, I lost my family. What good is being a general if I can't spend time with you and Sarah?"

"Now, more than ever, I need to be around for your mother," added Winfield.

Over the past two weeks since the Christmas celebration, Winfield had been visiting Sarah in Samantha's home.

While Matilda had returned to Winfield's home, back at the military base, Sarah remained to be in the couple's side, recuperating from the emotional trauma of having been locked up for so long and trying to forget the pain of Winfield marrying another woman.

Samantha let out a wide smile. Her eyes glittered as she said, "I think... That's a great idea, Dad." She held her father's hand and added, "And I think... It's really great that you are on speaking terms now."

"It's time maybe to pursue, Mom again, Dad," suggested Samantha with a smirk.

"Mmmm. I have been trying, but I'm not in a hurry. I still pray that your mother will return my affection one day," revealed Winfield.

Putting an arm around Samantha, Winfield said, "But enough about me." He looked out the window and said, "We are here."

From several meters away, the entire cathedral surroundings were guarded by the military. Only visitors were allowed the fenced area, ensuring privacy for the couple's special day.

Outside the huge wooden door, the wedding planner's team was ready to receive Samantha.