Lucius and Lily made their way back to the reception, looking a tad disheveled but no one seemed to notice. All the guests were having so much fun they hadn't even noticed the two leave. Just as they stepped out onto the dance floor, Lucius' father got to his feet to make a toast. He chimed his champagne glass and began slowly,
"Lucius and Lily, aren't they a beautiful couple?"
The guests nodded and clapped accordingly.
"But not only are they beautiful on the outside, they are inside as well. They are the most kind and caring people I have ever come across and it was only natural that they conjoin. I hope they have a happy marriage and bless the world, hopefully someday, with beautiful children. I hope you both make a marvelous night, and life, together as one."
He rose his glass up high, motioning everyone to do the same, and in unison, everyone took a drink. All the guests finished with their wine and clapped happily. Lily and Lucius blushed sheepishly. What no one knew was that the little speech Lucius' father gave was filled with lies. He hated Lily, she was the scum on the bottom of his shoe to him and it pained him to know Lucius loved her.
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The dawn broke upon the manor in silence. Lily's head lay on Lucius chest; she could hear his heart beat slowly and softly. He held her in his arms comfortingly as they watched the sun slowly dawn above the mountains and trees outside. The warmth from the rising sun felt soothing on their skin.
"Good morning darling."
Lily said, smoothing her hand on his chest. He moaned and stretched a little before responding with a lazy good morning back. He stroked her arm, her skin was like creamy butter, making her smile.
"How does it feel to be a married man Lucius?"
She asked girlishly, looking up at him. With his eyes half-open, shielding the soon coming bright sun, he looked back and grinned.
"I'm everything I hoped it would be and more. He lowered his head to hers and kissed her puckered lips gently, making her heart beat just a little bit faster. As their lips departed, a smirk glided across his face.
"What's that about?"
She asked playfully. He eyed her body momentarily as it lay bare underneath cream-colored satin sheets.
"Care to join me for a hot shower?"
She bit her lip sexily and nodded.
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Hot, steamy water dripped down their body, which were incredibly close. She tilted her head back and let the water drip onto her face and then down her back, where his hands lay. He held her tight around her waist, close to his waist. She stretched her neck so her lips met his and she kissed his wet lips, adding a little bite just for him. He groaned at her actions. She knew exactly what to do to him.
But as they indulged in their newlywed life, the bathroom door creaked open, without their knowledge, and an unwelcome visitor came in, anger building within them.
