Heavenly Union

"Sunny, why do you abandon me like this?" Alice whispered, her voice strained, tears cascading down her cheeks.

Right then, the doorbell jingled, sending a surge of excitement through Alice, convinced it was Andrew returning.

"Sunny, how in the world?" She muttered, pushing the door open, only to find herself at a loss for words upon seeing the boy.

"Ma'am, this box was left for you by sir," the bell boy stated, offering a package to Alice.

"Much appreciated..." Alice accepted the shopping bag with a puzzled look.

"Wishing you a wonderful day, ma'am..." The bell boy greeted her before leaving.

"What's Andrew up to, dispatching this with the bell boy? And where on earth is he?"

Words tumbled out of Alice in a rapid stream as she made her way to the bedroom. With great anticipation, she untied the elegant wrapping to unveil her surprise.

"Oh, it's absolutely stunning," Alice whispered in awe, taking in the white mid-length frock adorned with delicate silver beadwork.

A pink envelope cau