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"June!" Elinore Powell explained "But there's loss than ten days left of this own and the bridesmaid's dresses And the invitations, they have to be printed And arrangements for the church and flowers Ruth can make the cake, but—"

"I think we'd rather have a quiet wedding, Mrs Powell," Rolt said gently

With that, Alanna was in full agreeuests and a drawn-out reception seeh of a farce

"I'm sorry, , beautiful church wedding for her only child "We really would rather have just a simple ceremony with only the family in attendance"

If Alanna had doubted Rolt when he told her of her father's precarious financial circumstances, it was banished The relief on his face was visible at her statement He would never have been able to afford the expense of a large wedding

"If that's what you want," her mothe

r sighed a reluctant agreement

"In this day and age," Ruth sniffed, "you should be glad they're getting "

"What about a honeynored her friend's comment

"A long weekend is the best I can e," Rolt stated "We'll have to postpone it until winter"

It didn't ht The honeyan It was a relief to learn that she wouldn't be forced to spend an extended length of time exclusively in his company

The wedding and related topics dominated the conversation for the next hour Alanna's participation was s her mother and Ruth talk over the plans and as possible during the short time they had

"Flowers The floill have to be decided on, too," Ruth added "What kind of floould you like in your wedding bouquet, Alanna?" she asked as she picked up the coffee pot to refill their cups It was eo and make another pot"

"Please, none forhis ar"

"Not so soon," her mother protested,