The embrace lasted as long as the applause, and everyone was deeply moved! This wedding banquet was truly meaningful, with the elders gathered together and the young people in their own group. There were no vulgar wedding pranks; everyone was happy and joyful. As the couple embraced, a loud ‘bang’ sounded, and a huge purple firework exploded in the sky not far away. Everyone turned their heads to see the dazzling display, an indescribable beauty!
Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang bang bang! Soon, one firework after another exploded over the beach, colorful and layered, illuminating half of the night sky with unparalleled beauty.
Tonight, Ingrid also dressed beautifully. She sat quietly in a chair with a plate of small cakes, enjoying the splendid fireworks show alone. It was even more beautiful than on TV! She wasn’t sad; instead, she was deeply moved by Agnes and Mr. Fritz’s love. Loving someone turned out to be such a romantic thing.
Later that night at Fritz Manor, guests gradually left. The Fritz family members were very courteous, personally seeing off each guest in the yard and reminding everyone to drive safely. After sending off the last wave of guests, Tom and Agnes had not yet returned.
Everyone had gotten up early today and had been busy all day. Although they were a bit physically tired, their spirits were high. Especially Grandma, who looked particularly energetic. Her wrinkled face was adorned with a kind and joyful smile, something she hadn’t shown in a long time. For years, she had dreamed of seeing Tom get married. Now that her dream had come true, she felt a great weight lifted off her shoulders. Next, she looked forward to holding her great-grandchild, which made her so happy she couldn’t stop smiling.
Williams and Jane were also very happy as they stood in the yard watching the guests’ cars leave. Jane couldn’t help but say, “Mom’s health will get even better now. She might even help Agnes and Tom take care of their kids.”
“That might really happen,” Williams replied with a smile. “When elders are happy, their health improves.”
Jane smiled too. “But we shouldn’t rush them into having kids. Agnes is still young and might have her own plans.”
Williams sighed lightly. “Tom is getting older; he’ll be almost 40 in a few years.”
“That’s something for them to discuss,” Jane said firmly. “We shouldn’t pressure the young girl right after she’s married.”
“Alright, alright, we’ll do as you say; you understand young girls best,” Williams conceded with a smile. He was quite democratic.
At eleven o’clock at night, because many people had work the next day, the party was declared over. Everyone had eaten well, played well, and thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
So it ended like this; the luxurious cruise ship gradually docked. People disembarked in an orderly manner. Some drove home themselves; those who didn’t drive had drivers arranged by Tom.
After making sure everything was taken care of, Tom opened the passenger door for Agnes. “Be careful,” he said.
Agnes hugged him briefly, her cheek brushing his before she bent down to get into the car.
Tom closed her door and walked around to the driver’s seat.
He drove his beloved girl home.
Finally married, finally starting a family; he could now say good morning and good night to his loved one every day.
On the way home, Tom didn’t hold her hand; he kept both hands on the steering wheel, eyes fixed on the night ahead.
But in his ears echoed the poem Agnes had recited for him earlier-a poem symbolizing steadfast love-filling his heart with emotion that wouldn’t settle.
That weighty love no longer floated in mid-air; he reached out and caught it firmly.