Gerald. Please tell me you did NOT just RSVP yes to Sophie's wedding.
Good morning to you too, Diane. And yes, of course I RSVP'd to Sophie's wedding. She's my niece??
Gerald. Sophie's wedding is on the 14th of June.
Your friend Malcolm's wedding is ALSO on the 14th of June.
And you said YES to BOTH.
...
Ok wait. Let me check my emails.
Oh no.
Oh no oh no oh no.
Yes. EXACTLY. Both emails were open at the same time, weren't they?
I was on the train. The screen is very small. I clicked very fast.
Gerald, you have to tell Sophie. She will find out anyway. Malcolm's wife Carol already saw your name on BOTH guest lists because she works with Sophie's mum.
This is a small town and I hate it.
Lol. Ok so what's your plan? You can only go to one.
I need to think. Please don't say anything to anyone yet.
Gerald, the ENTIRE family knows. Tom made a group chat.
He did WHAT?
Gerald opened the family group chat Tom had created. It was called: 'Uncle Gerald's Wedding Problem 💒💒'. There were already 14 messages.
Morning Uncle Gerald 😇 Just checking in.
Tom, I am going to delete you from this family.
Ok but before you do — have you seen what Sophie posted in the chat?
Uncle Gerald… do you have a secret double life? 😂
He's very popular, Sophie. Some people just have too many friends.
Sophie, love, I am so, so sorry. I was on the train, and — look, I know that's not a good excuse. I clicked the wrong button. Well… maybe both buttons. I don't know how it happened exactly, but I promise you, your wedding is the one I care about. Malcolm is a good friend but you are my family. I will call him today and explain everything. Please don't be upset with me.
Uncle Gerald, I'm not upset 😂 I'm actually laughing so much right now.
But yes, please call Malcolm before Carol tells him and makes it weird 😅
Too late, Carol already texted mum.
I'm calling Malcolm right now. Everyone please stop talking about this.
We will absolutely keep talking about this.
Gerald left the group chat and called Malcolm. The phone rang four times.
Gerald: Malcolm, it's Gerald. Do you have a minute? Malcolm: Gerald! Yes, of course. Although — funny timing, actually. Carol just called me. Gerald: Ah. Right. So you already know. Malcolm: That you RSVP'd to my wedding AND your niece's wedding on the same day? Yes, I know. Gerald: Malcolm, I'm really sorry. I was not paying attention. I was on the train and — Malcolm: Gerald, relax. I'm not angry. Honestly? I think it's a little bit funny. Gerald: You do? Malcolm: Yes. But obviously you should go to Sophie's wedding. Family first, always. Gerald: Are you sure? I feel terrible. Malcolm: I'm sure. Just bring a very good gift to make up for it. Gerald: Deal. And Malcolm — congratulations. I really am sorry I can't be there. Malcolm: Thank you, old friend. Now go enjoy your niece's big day.
Ok I spoke to Malcolm. He's not angry. I'm going to Sophie's wedding. Crisis over.
See? Honesty is always the best policy, Gerald.
Ngl I was hoping you'd try to go to BOTH. Like drive between them at high speed.
Tom 😂 Uncle Gerald, I'm really happy you're coming. Also... please don't be late. Dan's mum will notice.
Sophie, I am going to be there at least 30 minutes early and I am going to cry the entire time and everyone will know how proud I am of you.
Ok NOW I'm going to cry 😭 See you on the 14th, Uncle Gerald ❤️
This group chat went from disaster to sweet really fast. I'm proud of this family tbh.
Don't push it, Tom.
Right, I'm going to buy Malcolm a very expensive wedding gift to say sorry, and then I'm going to find the best suit I own, and I'm going to be at that church on the 14th with flowers and a big smile. And Tom — I'm keeping you in the family. For now. But I'm watching you.
👀 Noted.