The Hidden Sanctuary

Stella

Intrigued, I let Vance take my hand and lead me discreetly away from the reception, weaving through the tables and out a back door into the gardens. A mischievous grin plays on his lips as we giggle like teenagers, ducking behind hedges and scurrying across the lush green lawns.

“Where are we going?” I half whisper, half laugh as Vance tugs me along the winding garden paths.

He throws a che