Victor stood up, wiping the snow off his pants. "I…should be going. Victoria will be wondering where I am."
"Yes…"
"Emily, I am sorry I did this to you. Coming back out here."
She held up a hand to stop him. "No, it was my fault. You came out here to work things out and…I interfered."
Victor took her hand in his. "No, you didn't. You helped me realize that I made the right choice in marrying Victoria." He kissed her softly on the cheek. "Thank you."
She smiled softly, cupping his face in her hands and kissing his cheek. "Good-bye Victor."
He watched as she pulled away, twirling faster and faster under the moonlight until the only thing left was a swarm of butterflies. They flapped their wings, flying away into the moonlight. "Good-bye Emily."
"Oh Victor!" Victoria ran to him, hugging him tightly the minute he stepped through the door. "Oh Victor! I was so worried about you!"
He smiled, placing a kiss on top of her head. "I'm sorry Victoria. I lost track of time."
"But where were you? You didn't get lost out there, did you?" She pulled away, searching his face.
"I…got a little lost. The trail was covered with snow."
"I don't know what I would have done if you were lost." She buried her face in his chest.
"It's alright Victoria. I'm alright. I'm here now." He gently took her hand, leading her to the fireplace.
"Victor, your hands are like ice. Here, let me warm them up for you." She grabbed a blanket, throwing it around the two of them before taking his hands in hers and rubbing them together. "Is that better?"
He smiled, kissing her chastely on the lips. "Yes."
She yawned, snuggling against him. "I'm glad."
As the fire crackled and popped, Victor looked down at the now sleeping form snuggled into him. He kissed her forehead. "With this hand, I will lift your sorrows. Your cup will never be empty, for I will be your wine. With this candle I will light your way into darkness. With this ring…" He gently twirled the wedding ring on her finger. You are mine. Forever. I love you Victoria. I always will."
