As Victor helped Emily into the car, the air was filled with cheers and the sound of tin cans clattering behind the vehicle. With a final wave to their friends and family, the newlyweds were off, headed for their wedding night accommodations – a luxurious suite at a nearby country house hotel.
The short drive was filled with giddy laughter and stolen kisses. Emily leaned against Victor, her head on his shoulder, marvelling at the events of the day and the promise of the night to come.
As they pulled up to the hotel, a sense of anticipation settled over them. The hotel staff, expecting their arrival, had laid out a red carpet leading to the entrance. Rose petals were strewn along the path, and soft music played in the background.
Victor helped Emily out of the car and then swept her up into his arms. "I believe it's tradition to carry you over the threshold," he said with a grin.
