Summary

Part two begins in the future with older Charlie talking to his soon-to-be wife, Niamh. In talking about the wedding, she suggests that Charlie invite Fran because she wants to meet her. Charlie retorts, “Aren’t you scared that I might just walk off during the vows?” (97). Niamh replies, “That’s exactly why I want her there. Get a bit of a Four Weddings vibe going on, bit of tension, bit of an edge” (97). Niamh never expresses jealousy, only curiosity, about Charlie’s former love. The two have a strong bond, and it is evident that their relationship is healthy and open. Charlie tells his fiancée that he does not know Fran’s whereabouts, but one month before the wedding, he receives an invite for a Full Fathom Five theater troupe reunion. At first, he is unsure whether or not he should...