Romance Novel

The setting was an exquisite and elegant palace, Built like a fortress. He had sent his carriage to bring her, They had met across a crowded room. She was a school master's daughter, He had liked her immediately. Her simple and direct manner impressed him, She wore a simple dress of cotton. With stylish fashion boots, Her long hair cascaded over her shoulders. Her eyes were dark and penetrating, soulful, They sat and talked for hours. As if they had always known another, He reached over and kissed her hand gently. They supped a delicious evening's meal, The candlelight at the table revealed his handsome features. He was a true gentleman, Dressed in an elegantly tailored suit. His hair was an uncommon length, Complimenting his austere and friendly face. His eyes were gentle and understanding, That evening he had proposed marriage. And she had willingly accepted, Her parents were delighted. Their wish for their daughter had come true, The wedding was at the palace. Dressed in a beautiful wedding gown of white lace, The shy bride and her prince were about to be married in holy matrimony. He in a handsome tailored suit, Was to receive her at the palace gates. Your carriage awaits, Did they live happily ever after, I certainly hope they did. copyright Gwen Meyer-Erlach Schutz