Saturday came quickly. Things were still extremely awkward between Michael and Jess. The whole week Jessica occupied herself with the wedding making excuses to Tommy so she could be at her house helping Grace rather than being in the office with Michael. He couldn't say no to her when it came to Grace, so she knew it was the best excuse; he was suspicious, but would never call Jessica out. Grace had confided in him about Jessica's nightmares - Polly wanted to make sure she was saying the right thing to Jessica. Michael was a mess. Every time he called the house, Mae would say Jessica was too busy and would call back later. Which Jessica never did. He stood in front of the mirror in his mother's house fixing his suit. Polly walked down the steps and was in awe of how Michael looked. "My son, you look so handsome." He shrugged his shoulders one more time to readjust his suit. "Hopefully Jess feels the same way." Polly sighed knowing this week had been difficult. At this point she didn't think they knew what they were even arguing about. "Weddings bring the love out of people. You guys will be ok. We should go."
Jess sat at her vanity brushing out her hair. She opened up the jewelry box her father had gifted her taking out a pair of earrings that were passed down from her mother. She picked up her favorite necklace and held it in her hands. She inhaled a deep breath. When Michael came into her life was when she started to be able to talk about her mom without crying. Talking about her and enjoying the memories she could remember. Her father came in. "Let me help you," he said. She lifted her hair for her father to latch the clasp of the beautiful necklace. She let out her breath. "You look more and more like your mother everyday. So beautiful." Janik put his hand on her shoulder. Jessica put her hand on his. "Michael wont be able to keep his eyes off you tonight. I might have to warn him," Janik said trying to break the ice. He noticed her face. "Whats wrong honey?Is it Michael? He hasn't been here all week and you haven't seen him." She really didn't want to have this conversation with her dad, but knew he was trying. "I'm not quite sure, but we have been off this week. Today will be the first time I'm seeing him. I nervous." Janik seeing her sadness, "Weddings bring the love out of people. You guys will be ok. We should go." :)
Polly and Michael were sitting in the front pew of the church with the rest of the family. They were waiting for the last few people to show up for the ceremony. He left a spot next to him for Jessica and her father. Nervously shaking his leg, Polly put her hand on his leg. "Stop it you're shaking the whole bench" she laughed. "Is this seat taken?" Turning to their left, Gina and her father were standing there. Polly took the liberty to give her an answer, "Yes the front row is for family only, Jessica's seat. You can go take a seat back there," as she turned to face the back pews. Gina angrily walked back with her father. Polly was not in the mood today for Gina. She had to deal with her all week and it was difficult with Jessica not being there. Constantly telling the girl to back off her son took things to a whole new level this week. Either the girl was an idiot or she was screwing with Polly hard.
The car stopped pulling up to the chapel. Jessica and Janik got out and walked in. Jessica immediately could feel all eyes on her. Grace's family was staring, while the whole Shelby family had been looking as well. She leaned into her father and whispered in his ear, "Do I have something on my face or something?" Jess questioned. Janik laughed, "Honey, besides the bride, I think you might be the most beautiful girl in this room and everyone sees it." Polly tapped Michael, "The whole room is staring at your girlfriend right now. You might want to do something about it." Michael turned to see Jessica at the door with her father. She was breathtaking. Her dress was floor length and had a low v- cut. American fashion was far different than what the women were wearing here. She stood out, but in a good way. Michael got up and walked towards them. Jess started to have butterflies as Michael walked towards her. He looked so handsome in his suit. What was she going to say to him? They weren't on the best terms, but she couldn't deny seeing him like that made her weak in the knees. "Janik," Michael said shaking his hand. "I am going to go sit next to your mother Michael," he said as he walked away. Jessica and Michael awkwardly stood there waiting for someone to break the silence. Michael cracked first and grabbed her hands, "You look absolutely amazing." He put his hand up to her cheek. "I love you and I don't want to fight anymore. I don't even know if we are fighting. I don't know whats going on. I don't like it.." He continued on till she cut him off. "Michael I love you too." She placed a gentle kiss on his lips. All the fear and and anxiety Michael had been having instantly was removed hearing those 3 words , I love you. He grabbed her hand and walked towards the pew and sat down. The ceremony began. Grace started to walk down the aisle when Polly turned to Michael and Janik and whispered, "Soon that will be you and Jessica." Michael turned towards Jess who did not hear what Polly said. "What?" she asked and smiled. Michael smirked, "You are the best thing that has ever happened to me and I need you to know that."
The reception was getting into full swing. Michael and Jess walked arm and arm into her house. Her house looked amazing. He had seen what they could do during Christmas, now imagine what they have pulled off for a wedding. Jessica spotted Grace. "Babe I need to run over to Grace. I want to make sure she is happy with everything." Michael watched her walk away. "Hello Mr. Gray," he turned around to see Gina. She walked closer to him. "You look very handsome tonight," she smiled. "Thank you," Michael replied back still looking at Jessica. "Save me a dance for later," Gina whispered in his ear and walked away. Jessica came running back excited. "Grace told me this what exactly what she envisioned and I did perfect," she clapped her hands together. "Oh Tommy said he needs you downstairs. I'm going to go find my dad," and she ran off.
Downstairs, Tommy had all the men together. "Tonight is my wedding night boys," he began. Cheers came from all around in the lower level kitchen area. Michael looked around noticing Janik was there. Jessica must be so confused on where he is. "Don't fucking embarrass me. Don't fucking fight anyone. Don't fucking do snow. Don't fucking give out snow. And don't fucking break or take anything in this house," as Tommy turned to Janik, "Or Janik will fucking kill you with my permission," he chucked. "Cheers boys to my wedding day," as all men put their glasses up.
Jessica was looking around for her dad when she accidentally bumped into someone. "I am so sorry" she exclaimed. She looked up to see someone she did not know. "It was probably my fault. I've been so amazed by this home I wasn't looking," he flashed a smile. "You're American?" Jessica asked. "Yes and apparently so are you," he responded.