Infatuated with my Ex-wife novel Chapter 97

Irene failed to suppress a chuckle at Millicent's cowardice. Wasn't she the one who wanted to teach Edward a lesson earlier?

Millicent felt rather helpless. Where would she find the courage to do that to Edward?

Besides, she knew Edward would be mad at her for an undetermined amount of time if she really acted on her words. Perhaps he would find a way to trouble her in the future. On that note, she decided to let him go for now. Opportunities were sure to arise, and she was sure that Irene would support her when the time came.

The wedding car containing Edward and Irene slowly drove up to the port. Many more of these wedding chauffeurs trailed along with them and caused a traffic jam. Traffic police were present on the field, directing traffic.

Many luxury cars were on the scene. They were a dazzling sight to behold.

The generosity of the Wilson Group elicited a sigh from everyone.

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Meanwhile...

Celine managed to sneak on the luxury ship as a waitress through Eric's arrangement.

Celine was cautious as she watched the security guards on patrol. She was so close! All her efforts would be wasted if she got caught now.

She didn't expect that Edward would choose to hold the wedding on a ship in the middle of the sea. Good, it was easier for her to act!

Celine placed a hand on the wall of the ship and thought, "I should have been the bride of this luxurious wedding! Soon, I will make it happen!" A vicious look appeared on her face.

"Celine has infiltrated successfully. The people we've placed on the ship will assist her. Now all we need to do is wait and observe," Eric said to his father.

"Celine? Can she do it?" Cameron asked in confusion. As far as he knew, she wasn't the brightest block in the room.

"Don't worry. We just need to give her a little nudge in the right direction."

Today, his plan would unfold! Eric was well-prepared, but Edward was lost in the joy of his marriage!

Meanwhile, Madeline's health was declining. Edward had planned for her to stay home on his wedding day, but the doctor said her health was stable enough. He wanted to grant his grandmother's wishes, so he agreed.

Edward arranged for medical personnel to be present on the ship, and medical equipment was also prepared.

Claudia had arrived on the ship earlier, eagerly greeting the guests. Cameron and Eric had no choice but to sit in their places and wait patiently for the ceremony to begin.

Irene was surprised to see that the wedding venue was a ship on the sea after getting out of the car.

She looked at her dress and necklace set, connecting the dots together. Edward truly loved her dearly.

Edward looked at Irene and said, "You look so beautiful today, Irene."

A blush bloomed on Irene's face, and she appeared more lively.

"Remember what I told you before, Irene? I'd change the ending of the mermaid's tale. The mermaid princess will live happily ever after with the prince from today onwards!" Edward said proudly.

Tears began to well up in Irene's eyes. She couldn't believe that Edward had kept her words close to his heart, even planning such a grand surprise for her.

With that, both of them boarded the luxury ship.

Now that the main stars of the event had arrived, the ship began to set sail into the ocean. The waves were calm and dazzling. Nobody expected it to be the calm before a storm.

The guests stopped what they were doing and turned their attention to the main couple. Suddenly, Claudia ran over to Edward and Irene in a hurry.

She whispered something, and Irene's face darkened.

"What?! Charlotte has gone missing?!" Irene asked anxiously.

"T-That's right. After I brought her to the lounge, someone knocked on the door and called my attention away. So I went to call the nanny over, but after I came back she told me that she couldn't find Charlotte anywhere!"

Claudia looked rather pale. It was understandable—she did lose track of Charlotte at such a critical moment!

Irene almost got up to search for her child after receiving such distressing news.

However, Edward remained calm and comforted both of them, saying, "Charlotte should still be on the ship. Don't worry. I'll have my men search for her."

He suspected Eric was the one behind it, but his subordinates said that he had only left his seat for the toilet. They had kept vigilant watch over him.

"I think I should look for her," Irene said. She was still worried that something bad might have happened to Charlotte.

"Don't worry, Irene. We'll look for her together after the ceremony. This is a ship, there is no place for the kidnapper to run. They won't hurt Charlotte if they have ulterior motives," Edward said in comfort.

"That's right, Irene. You can't just leave now—everyone is watching. You should proceed with the ceremony first. I'll be looking for Charlotte," Claudia said, trying to persuade her.

Irene nodded reluctantly after listening to them.

Edward was a little upset. Who would dare to do such a thing? They had better start running before he caught them! He would make them pay! Miserable wretch!

Everyone was stunned as they watched the bride and groom walk onto the deck. Her sparkling dress really caught their attention! The decorations and environment made it seem like they had stepped out of a fairy tale.

The blue-lined white dress accentuated Irene's delicate figure perfectly, and the diamonds shimmered breathtakingly as she walked. Her white veil added a touch of haziness to her beauty.

As the saying went, "A beauty's brilliance could still be seen even though her face was covered!" The audience wondered if this was a real-life mermaid who had walked ashore from the depths of the ocean.

Now, they finally understood why the wedding was held on a luxury cruise. Not only was it a novel and creative concept, but it was also befitting of the bride's dress and temperament. However, they thought something was off when they noticed the unease on the bride's face.

Elio felt a little upset when he saw Irene in a wedding dress. He loved her for many years and longed to be the man standing by her side. Once more, he would have to be a mere guest at her wedding.

He longed to stand by her side as her groom, but he was fated to watch from the sidelines.

Elio chided himself multiple times that Irene was a married woman who had given birth. But try as he might, he couldn't tear his eyes away from her.

If Edward mistreated Irene, he would then have a valid reason to snatch her away. However, he had put such thoughts behind him. Perhaps it was time for him to really move on.

With this grandiose wedding and the events that happened in the past, Elio knew Edward loved Irene dearly.

When Edward contacted him for help back when he was fighting for the presidential position, Elio had asked him a question—

"Do you regret risking your company to chase after Irene?"

"I don't! Even if I were to turn back time, I'd make the same choice in a heartbeat," Edward replied firmly.

"Would you choose the company over Irene?"

"Never! Irene is most important in my life!" Edward answered without any hesitation.

Edward's firm answer forced Elio to give up completely. What great love they shared! He never stood a chance! There was no way he could ever come close to it. As such, he decided to help Edward.

Millicent could see Elio's facial expression from her seat beside him, and she felt distressed.

It seemed like a handful of coffee dates weren't enough to make him forget about his feelings for Irene. Millicent placed her hand over his, opening her mouth to speak but pausing at the very last second. She wanted to tell him, "I am here. You still have me. I will always be by your side."

Elio felt the warmth in his hand and looked at Millicent.

He knew that Millicent liked him. She was a fine woman, and he did like her. He linked his fingers with hers and smiled at her warmly.

He had made up his mind. This wedding was a sign for him to let go. Irene no longer needed his protection—Edward would be there for her. It was time for him to move on.

Moreover, he had a fine woman like Millicent by his side. How could he ignore her expectant feelings towards him? Perhaps dating her would be a good idea.

Millicent was surprised that Elio would hold her hand. She felt both shy and happy.

"Um—"

"Hey—"

Both of them spoke at the same time.

Millicent began to rejoice! They shared such a tacit understanding!

"Will you go out with me?" Elio asked. Millicent was blushing furiously. What a lovely and shy girl she was!

"What did you say?" Millicent asked. She thought she was dreaming. Was this really Elio?

"I said, will you go out with me?" Elio repeated with a smile. Millicent was stunned.

Elio wondered if it was such a strange thing to ask when he saw the shock in her eyes.

"Yes! Yes!" Millicent yelled. She didn't want him to take his words back.

Millicent felt like a pie had fallen on her and made her dizzy.

"Alright, it's settled. You'll be my boyfriend from now on, and I'll be your girlfriend!" Millicent said, as though she was reading out a sovereign decree.