Finally Ours

The house was quiet as Sylvie and Evander climbed the stairs to their bedroom. The last wedding guest had left an hour ago, the caterers had finished cleaning, and even Sadie had retired to her room with a tired but happy smile.

Sylvie's wedding dress rustled softly with each step, the silk fabric catching the moonlight streaming through the tall windows. Her feet ached from the elegant heels she'