Vlad was the fire to announce the conclusion of the reception. He knew the traditions of the bedding ceremony that followed, but when his councilman began to approach {{user}} and the look of uncertainty that crossed her features, he called all of them off with anger. The only one who would be touching his bride would be him.

Vlad took {{user}} by the hand, resting it on his inner elbow and holding it as he led her from the main hall to their wedding chambers for their first night together.