A Graceful Wedding

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A Graceful Wedding

 

 

The Duchy of Courland looked like any other day. The sun was shining, melting the snow in the terrain  closest to the sea. Birds were chirping, their beautiful tune spreading throughout the North. Yet something was different.....

Today is a day of joy for Courland. The bells are ringing in the chapel of St. Adrian, located in Riga's square. The citizens have gathered for a rare event: the marriage of one Axel Burchoff and one Laila Roselia. A feeling of happiness spreads through the church. There, up in the altar, the newly wed couple, are thanking their friends with smiles on their faces. On their right, lies Thorburn Alexander, in his decorated suit and though his face may not show any emotion, the couple knew he was happy for them. The Duke of Courland and his wife, stood next to Thorburn, each with a smile on their face. On the couple's left where their closest friends and comrades. And even though the absence of Richard Halmund was noticeable, they knew he was happy for them from the seven skies. Behind the couple was Courland's bishop, and despite his serious look, his shining eyes said enough of how pleased he was. The rest of the guests were sitting in podiums, clapping loudly. 

After the ceremony, the couple organized a feast in Dunwych Hold, with Thorburn's permission. The closest friends, comrades, and lords sat in the long table. Wine and ale, meat, vegetables and all sorts of foods lay on the table, for everyone to enjoy. The room was quite warm, due to the large fire burning in the fireplace. Richard's hound sat there, the old dog eating from a plate of meat, enjoying the warmth and pleasant atmosphere. The hall was lit, decorated with paintings and suits of armor holding polearms. The guests chatted loudly, laughter echoing through the hall. The couple sat in the center of the table, holding hands. They conversed with the guests, talking about future plans. Suddenly, Axel raised an arm, silencing the room. He rose, smiling. 

 

"My friends! I am grateful that each and every one of you came today, to celebrate my special day. This is a moment to be remembered, and although I am a brute on the field, but I would never feel like one around my friends, as I'd never hold any of you on sword point.. I've been waiting many years for this moment, and you ought to know that I will never forget the moment I got to marry the woman of my dreams, and celebrate with all of my friends. Now, although many friends aren't here today, we all know their souls are with us, and are bound to us. May the Seven Skies keep my passed away friends, and your's in shape! This is a special day, and I thank each and every one of you, and I believe so does my wife."

Axel would say, turning to Laila as he holds her hand tight, smiling to her as she stands up. After the speech, the crowd roars with claps and cheering as Axel sits down along with Laila. The two would be smiling as they sit down, knowing that this was their lucky day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Glocky18 545]

Demetrios would mumble while he is preparing his bed to sleep. "The food was good." He nods to himself and lies on his bed.

[Elad™ 560]

Moved to the Archive. It shall be sorted into the appropriate category shortly.