"I know you weren't happy about that kiss, even if you didn't say so, Elsie." Charles wraps his arms around Elsie's waist from behind.
"What was I supposed to say, Charles? It's been a tradition for you to give her a New Year's kiss for years. Just because this is the first year we've been together doesn't change anything for her. Besides, I know you love me. I'm not that insecure. I trust you, besides she's loads older than you and she would never break propriety in any way. She certainly wouldn't do anything with me standing right there." Elsie says seriously.
"I love you so much. Thank you for being so understanding, my love." Charles says gently. He leans over and kisses Elsie's cheek. "I haven't gotten my New Year's kiss from you yet."
"You're right! You haven't gotten your New Year's kiss from me yet. Come here," Elsie turns in Charles' arms and stands on tiptoe to kiss the love of her life.
"Oh, this makes everything so perfect. I love you, Elsie." Charles says as he pulls away from the kiss.