Had it only been two weeks since Anne had married Cedric? How was it even possible that she could know such happiness in such a short time? Life with Cedric had settled into a perfect rhythm. They did so much together: dining, playing, lovemaking. Long conversations would end wrapped in one another’s arms, forgetting what they had even been talking about. Each day brought new discoveries as they explored each other’s bodies and souls. It was almost inconceivable to believe she could be this happy.
Anne lounged back in Cedric’s bed. Their bed. She’d ceased sleeping in her own chamber. She surveyed the mess they’d made of the bedroom this time. Clothes hung from every surface. She giggled. They’d been a little too enthusiastic in their latest bout of lovemaking. Cedric lay sprawled out on h
