"Now, you may kiss your bride." With the priest's announcement, the newlywed couple beneath the altar instantly embraced and kissed sweetly, accompanied by cheerful music and enthusiastic applause.
Adrian also joined in the applause, but his raised eyebrows revealed a deeper meaning. If dear Jeremy knew what his beautiful bride had been up to just minutes before, would he still kiss her so sweetly? From this perspective, Alizée had certainly prepared well, completely concealing any traces—beneath the pristine wedding dress, desires' pink hues and the flames of wantonness had fully taken hold.