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In the Control Room, two young blonde Women had followed Chris´ Dance with rapt attention too. Both were of a lithe build. One wore her long blonde Hair in a stylish Bun, she looked the Part of a Prima Ballerina: a white leotard, a matching skirt, nude tights, and ballet flats. The other wore a figure-hugging black evening gown, nude hose, and black Manolo Blahnik Heels.
Both young Women radiated kindness and innocence.
“What do you say Katie as a professional Dancer?†Esme asked her Companion The blonde in the Ballet Dress pondered the Question “I have never seen anything like this†She finally said, “She moves like a professional Dancer, but it is more than that†The blonde chuckled “This was like “Shogunâ€! But real! I wonder if she has used those Swords for real anytime?â€
Esme smiled full of Warmth at her Companion “Sometimes you are not of this World Katie – remember what Maureen and Thane told us Thane said, “The Woman is the Weapon!!â€
Annotation to the Reader:
Katie and Esme are OC´s of ThePhantom52. He allowed me kindly to use them.
The first Floor: The same Time
Ragna followed Chris down the Floor. The Icelandress carried still the two lacquered wooden Boxes in her Arms. They still walked in step. The same solemn slow measured Steps. The Icelandress watched at the blonde´s back. She could read the blonde´s body language very well. Chris was relaxed and content.
Something had changed though. Ragna could not tell what exactly, but something was different.
The Pianist had been in good spirits the last days. And except for the pain attack two days ago, there had been no further incidents, Chris was definitely on the Mend. The last Months had been difficult.
Chris stopped before her Door, opened it, and stepped inside. Ragna followed. She watched as Chris sat down in front of her makeup mirror. No word had been said so far. The Silence was not uncomfortable though – more the comfortable sort. Old Friends sharing quality time. Ragna watched as the blonde began to remove the makeup methodically with sponges and a cleansing solution. Piece by piece.
With each swipe, the white Mask disappeared.
Without turning her back, speaking to the Mirror she said calmly, “Sensei Nakamura said I would know when I am healed and whole again†Ragna waited expectantly “I am healed Ragna, and I am whole again now!†The serene features grew soft “I know I have not been easy to have in the last Months …†she added softly.
“You don´t need to apologize for anything!†Ragna smiled warmly; her tone full of understanding “Come! Let us get you ready for the next Stage! We have another Event to attend!†Chris smiled and raised “That we have!â€
Something had changed.
Ragna knew. Chris had hidden it well, but the Icelandress had sensed her Friends´ relief under the calm surface. The Pianist would not have told anyone about her doubts and struggles in the last Months. Not even Anna and her. This Battle she had had to fight alone – and on her Terms.
And she had prevailed.
Thirty Minutes later:
Anna laughed, loud and clear “You are so cute, James!†007 interrupted her “Look!†He nodded at the large double-winged wooden Entrance Doors. Chris and Ragna stepped over the Threshold. The Russian looked up: Ragna wore the same Dress she had worn before. Chris had donned though an emerald, green Gown by NathanCouture, and matching Jimmy Cho Platform Sandals. Even her nail polish matched the tone of the Gown.
Around her Neck, she wore a Collier of Emeralds. Embroidered with Silver and Platinum, The Earrings were the same as she had worn two days before. Anna found that her best Friend glowed from the inside. Chris beamed.
The Russian grinned “She does know how to make an Entrance!†007 smiled “She does!†He smiled “Like another Lady I happen to know!â€
Like a true gentleman, Ardeth Bey pulled Chris´ seat back so she could sit comfortably. With amusement, Anna watched as the Pianist graced the Chieftain of the Medjai with a warm smile. Her sharp eyes noticed that Chris laid her right hand almost casually on the Desert Warrior´s left.
Then the blonde exchanged a look with Nathalie who rose and clanged her spoon against her Champaign Flute. The Crowd fell silent “After Chris graced us with such a marvellous Performance, we have now another Surprise for our Brides in Store!†The Detective smiled at Hayley and Kirsty – then at Maureen:
“I would like to introduce to you the fabulous Maureen de Angelo!†The Latina rose and bowed slightly “Thank you, Natalie!†The brunette Detective smiled “You want to continue, or shall I?†Maureen smiled back “You do that Natalie, thank you!†and sat down. Smiling at Thane as she took her seat again.
“Right then!†Natalie beamed “Maureen is a Philantrop in the best sense of the Word “She has become the Mentor of an extraordinary group of young Women, with many different talents. Among them – I have been told is a young Dancer of great Talent with the Potential of being a Prima Ballerina one day, am I correct Maureen?â€
The black-haired Woman nodded proudly “You are Natalie!â€
“So, I have the honour now to introduce to you Katie Stevens, currently a full-time Member of the Corps de Ballet of the American Ballet Theatre! Applause for Katie Stevens!â€
Natalie sat down, the lights went off, and only one spotlight focused on the centre of the Room. A young Woman in the attire of a Prima Ballerina stepped gracefully into the Spotlight. Lithe, and blonde.
The Sounds of Tchaikovsky´s Swan Lake sounded from the Speakers.
Hayley looked in Amazement at the Dancer. In her youth she had Ballet Lessons but the Grace with which Katie Stevens moved? It was amazing, fluent movements and Hayley felt that the young Dancer was the Swan in this Moment. The innocent young Woman: Odette, the Princess cursed by an evil Sorceress.
Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake (Swan Theme) (youtube.com)
The incredible sensual Dance and Tchaikovsky’s Music touched Hayley deeply. She did not notice the Tears running down her Cheeks “My love you are ruining your Makeup†Kirsty whispered and pressed her Wife´s left hand.
Warmth filled Hayley´s heart and she returned the Gesture.
Anna smiled at Chris “Isn´t this wonderful?†The German smiled and whispered back “Amazing!†On her right muscular thigh, she felt a gruff hand resting. Chris turned to Ardeth Bey “You are really the hands-on type, aren´t you?†The Desert Warrior smiled mysteriously.
“Something tells me you need a firm Hand Christine!â€
The Pianist smiled coyly “There is only one way to find out!†and laid her hand on his, resting on her right thigh, and squeezed, squeezed tightly. To his honour it must be said: The Chieftain of the Medjai did not even flinch and squeezed Chris's muscular Thigh more firmly.
Chris did not even flinch “The night will be interesting!†she grinned.
Later:
Chris and Natalie rose, and the Detective smiled subtly. The Pianist smiled back “Dear Guests, dear Brides!†The Pianist addressed the Audience “We had a wonderful evening so far!†She bowed lightly before Katie, who had changed into the “Uniform†of the F.E.E.T Team. Her right hand rested on Esme´s warm left Hand “If I ever saw a graceful Swan†The blonde added “It was you, Katie!†The young Dancer smiled. Smiled and blushed.
Chris turned to the Brides “Now it is time for the traditional First Dance Ladies!†She beamed at the Brides – and Kirsty could not help herself: The blonde was glowing from the inside, her cheeks slightly rosy, her emerald, green Eyes blazing.
“Anna, Sophie, if you may!†Chris smiled. The Violinist and the Lawyer rose and joined the Pianist as she walked to the Grand Piano. She had tuned it herself Anna knew – Chris was a Perfectionist.
Merit followed Anna on her Heels carrying the Violin Case.
Natalie took over “The Brides may rise!â€
Hayley and Kirsty looked at each other “I could lose myself in those blue pools of light!†The Briton mused a warm feeling filling her body “Come†she said simply and grabbed her Wife´s hand firmly.
“They are such a beautiful Pair!†Seamus King smiled at Rachel “Truly!†the Heiress smiled back. She nodded at the three Musicians who were preparing “They were so wonderful in the Chapel today! But look they are ready!â€
In the Centre of the vast Hall stood Kirsty and Hayley – in Position. In Preparation for this Moment, the Brides had done a Refresher Course at a local Dance Academy. Hayley had insisted on that "You cannot hold Time, and I do want this Moment perfect!†The American had declared categorically “And no green and blue Toes!â€
Grudgingly Kirsty had complied “If you insist on it!†The blonde had smiled sweetly “I do!†After the first lesson, Hayley doubted the Wisdom of the Idea. But their Teacher – an Austrian living in New York - had endless Patience, and after several Lessons, Kirsty had gotten the Knack of it.
Now they could do a Viennese Waltz, slow Waltz, and all the other Classics. There had been an intensive “Dispute†about who would lead the First Dance. Hayley had been very convincing: One evening she had ambushed Kirsty with a tranquilizer Gun. When she came to her senses again her Bride had her stripped naked, tied her spreadeagled with Silk Scarves on their bed.
Of course, Hayley had gagged her soon-to-be Wife thoroughly in a Style Elizabeth Crawford would have condoned: A fully packed Mouth and Scarfs and Gauze on top. then the blonde had done some very persuasive things to the Briton – using a dusk mask, doused with Chloroform, a Hitachi Wand – and an electric Toothbrush … Several Orgasms later, Kirsty relented and agreed that Hayley would lead the First Dance.
Chris looked at Anna and Sophie. Anna´s bow hovered over the Strings of her Stradivarius. The Russian felt elated. She had enjoyed the Day very much. Making Music and other Things …. with James.
Her best friends’ fingers rested on the Keyboard – the Grand Piano was a Bechstein – an old one, from 1920. How it had found its way to Berstein Manor would be without a doubt a fascinating Story if the Instrument could talk. Its Mechanic was perfect, even to Chris´ high Standards. And that said something.
Chris played the first Notes of the Intro of the First Dance ….
Hayley´s Eyes grew wide, as she heard the clear and warm Tones “Moonriver!†she whispered – the Blonde had direct visual Contact with Chris who nodded subtly as Anna´s bow touched the Strings of her Violin.
It was said that Anna Romanova possessed the Power to let her Instrument sing. Under Anna´s Hands, the centuries-old Instrument sang like a human voice. Hayley looked deep into Kirsty´s Grey Eyes. With a gentle touch of her left hand, she beamed at her Wife “Now!†she mouthed, and in Time they began to dance, the slow Waltz – Hayley led Kirsty firmly but gently.
Anna and Chris finished the first Stanza. Sophie intoned:
“Moon river, wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end
Waitin' 'round the bend
My huckleberry friend
Moon river and meâ€
Frank Sinatra - Moon river High Quality (youtube.com)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_mfIRnSqVg
In awe, Evie watched her Companion and listened. This dark shimmering Mezzo captured her always. And suddenly the Egyptologist felt the heat rising – Sophie singing was better than any Aphrodisiac. Amazed she looked at the two Brides, who seemed to have forgotten the World around them, were just in their own World.
And there were Chris and Anna: The Pianist in emerald, Green, Anna in scarlet Red. They moved so perfectly in Tone. The Blonde nodded ever so subtly at her fellow Musicians, and they repeated the Song.
Katie watched in Awe at the Musicians and the Brides “Chris is so gorgeous†she whispered to Esme “Shall I be angry?†her Companion teased her “Yes, she is gorgeous Katie – and I did never hear somebody play the Piano like this!â€
“She plays as beautiful as you dance, my Love!†Esme pressed Katie´s Hand “You were truly Odette today!â€
Chris smiled at Anna, who subtly nodded “Another round†she whispered to Sophie who smiled broadly and intoned the first Stanza a third time. For Kirsty was nothing else than Hayley´s beaming blue Eyes, as deep as the Atlantic. She heard the Music, but what guided her, was her Wife´s firm gentle Hand. And the Briton knew the Blonde felt the same. She led her and Kirsty allowed her to be led.
The Music was so incredibly sweet and intoxicating: Chris´ crystal clear bright tone, Anna´s singing Violin, and Sophie´s marvellous Mezzo, shimmering like black Velvet. They were one of the greatest Gifts. Their Friends, the Friends of old and those of new? They had given all to make this Wedding an unforgettable Event. And it was. “I love you!†she whispered to Hayley as they made another Pirouette. Kirsty had never believed she would master the Waltz – but she had. Another obstacle on their Way.
In the Aftermath she did not know how long they danced “This is a dream!†she mused as Hayley whirled her around again “And I am in it. I am Part of a Dream!â€
Later – she did not know how much later – the Music stopped. Chris played a final Accord. For seconds, minutes, hours? Silence. Then Applause branded up. The Brides bowed …
Later:
The Mandelring Quartet played the last takes of a Viennese Waltz, a true Classic “An der schönen blauen Donau†Chris took a sip of Champaign – and sighed contently. She watched the Pairs on the Dance Floor: The Brides, Seamus King and Rachel Weinstein, Sophie, and Evie. The Pianist smiled Sarah McKenzie and Natasha Bolkonskaya had been invited by Hayley´s Cousins. It was pretty obvious who led …
Johann Strauss - An der schönen blauen Donau, Waltz (Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta) (youtube.com)
The Music ended. Applause branded up.
“Christine!†the Pianist looked up. Ardeth Bey stood “Yes?†Chris smiled “May I ask you for the next Dance?†The Chieftain of the Medjai bowed slightly, took Chris's right hand, and executed a perfect hand kiss “You may!†the blonde smiled graciously and followed the Medjai on the Dance Floor.
The String Quartet played the first Tones of another Viennese Waltz “Wiener Blut†Chris was surprised: the Egyptian moved as if he had never done anything different than Waltzing – and to Chris´ Surprise, she allowed herself to be led.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=312ZADRrsv4
Daniel Harding conducts the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
The Pianist enjoyed herself thoroughly. As the Medjai whirled her around Chris graced him with a long look from her emerald-green Eyes. This was really like a Dream. Out of the Corner of her Eyes, she noticed that James had led Anna to the Dance Floor too, Seamus King and Rachel Weinstein were having much fun.
The Commissioner was an excellent Dancer. Sophie whirled Evie around. The Lawyer was beaming. Another spectacular Sight? Ragna was dancing with Ekaterina. Chris noticed that Monsignore Don Cavalli was standing near the String Quartet, a Champaign-Flute in his right Hand. Their Eyes met. The Priest raised his Glass and saluted Chris.
Thane Reynolds and Maureen watched the many couples on the Dance Floor “Isn´t this beautiful?†the Latina beamed “She looks so radiant!†the Gunny mused, and a warm feeling filled his Veins “Thane!†Maureen interrupted him “You can dance right?†Reynolds shrugged “I had a few lessons†“Perfect†the dark-haired Woman graced him with a warm smile “I want you to ask out for the next Dance!â€
Chapter 13
The Celebrations after the Wedding:
The Dinner II
“The First Danceâ€
In the Meantime:
The Celebrations after the Wedding:
The Dinner II
“The First Danceâ€
In the Meantime:
In the Control Room, two young blonde Women had followed Chris´ Dance with rapt attention too. Both were of a lithe build. One wore her long blonde Hair in a stylish Bun, she looked the Part of a Prima Ballerina: a white leotard, a matching skirt, nude tights, and ballet flats. The other wore a figure-hugging black evening gown, nude hose, and black Manolo Blahnik Heels.
Both young Women radiated kindness and innocence.
“What do you say Katie as a professional Dancer?†Esme asked her Companion The blonde in the Ballet Dress pondered the Question “I have never seen anything like this†She finally said, “She moves like a professional Dancer, but it is more than that†The blonde chuckled “This was like “Shogunâ€! But real! I wonder if she has used those Swords for real anytime?â€
Esme smiled full of Warmth at her Companion “Sometimes you are not of this World Katie – remember what Maureen and Thane told us Thane said, “The Woman is the Weapon!!â€
Annotation to the Reader:
Katie and Esme are OC´s of ThePhantom52. He allowed me kindly to use them.
The first Floor: The same Time
Ragna followed Chris down the Floor. The Icelandress carried still the two lacquered wooden Boxes in her Arms. They still walked in step. The same solemn slow measured Steps. The Icelandress watched at the blonde´s back. She could read the blonde´s body language very well. Chris was relaxed and content.
Something had changed though. Ragna could not tell what exactly, but something was different.
The Pianist had been in good spirits the last days. And except for the pain attack two days ago, there had been no further incidents, Chris was definitely on the Mend. The last Months had been difficult.
Chris stopped before her Door, opened it, and stepped inside. Ragna followed. She watched as Chris sat down in front of her makeup mirror. No word had been said so far. The Silence was not uncomfortable though – more the comfortable sort. Old Friends sharing quality time. Ragna watched as the blonde began to remove the makeup methodically with sponges and a cleansing solution. Piece by piece.
With each swipe, the white Mask disappeared.
Without turning her back, speaking to the Mirror she said calmly, “Sensei Nakamura said I would know when I am healed and whole again†Ragna waited expectantly “I am healed Ragna, and I am whole again now!†The serene features grew soft “I know I have not been easy to have in the last Months …†she added softly.
“You don´t need to apologize for anything!†Ragna smiled warmly; her tone full of understanding “Come! Let us get you ready for the next Stage! We have another Event to attend!†Chris smiled and raised “That we have!â€
Something had changed.
Ragna knew. Chris had hidden it well, but the Icelandress had sensed her Friends´ relief under the calm surface. The Pianist would not have told anyone about her doubts and struggles in the last Months. Not even Anna and her. This Battle she had had to fight alone – and on her Terms.
And she had prevailed.
Thirty Minutes later:
Anna laughed, loud and clear “You are so cute, James!†007 interrupted her “Look!†He nodded at the large double-winged wooden Entrance Doors. Chris and Ragna stepped over the Threshold. The Russian looked up: Ragna wore the same Dress she had worn before. Chris had donned though an emerald, green Gown by NathanCouture, and matching Jimmy Cho Platform Sandals. Even her nail polish matched the tone of the Gown.
Around her Neck, she wore a Collier of Emeralds. Embroidered with Silver and Platinum, The Earrings were the same as she had worn two days before. Anna found that her best Friend glowed from the inside. Chris beamed.
The Russian grinned “She does know how to make an Entrance!†007 smiled “She does!†He smiled “Like another Lady I happen to know!â€
Like a true gentleman, Ardeth Bey pulled Chris´ seat back so she could sit comfortably. With amusement, Anna watched as the Pianist graced the Chieftain of the Medjai with a warm smile. Her sharp eyes noticed that Chris laid her right hand almost casually on the Desert Warrior´s left.
Then the blonde exchanged a look with Nathalie who rose and clanged her spoon against her Champaign Flute. The Crowd fell silent “After Chris graced us with such a marvellous Performance, we have now another Surprise for our Brides in Store!†The Detective smiled at Hayley and Kirsty – then at Maureen:
“I would like to introduce to you the fabulous Maureen de Angelo!†The Latina rose and bowed slightly “Thank you, Natalie!†The brunette Detective smiled “You want to continue, or shall I?†Maureen smiled back “You do that Natalie, thank you!†and sat down. Smiling at Thane as she took her seat again.
“Right then!†Natalie beamed “Maureen is a Philantrop in the best sense of the Word “She has become the Mentor of an extraordinary group of young Women, with many different talents. Among them – I have been told is a young Dancer of great Talent with the Potential of being a Prima Ballerina one day, am I correct Maureen?â€
The black-haired Woman nodded proudly “You are Natalie!â€
“So, I have the honour now to introduce to you Katie Stevens, currently a full-time Member of the Corps de Ballet of the American Ballet Theatre! Applause for Katie Stevens!â€
Natalie sat down, the lights went off, and only one spotlight focused on the centre of the Room. A young Woman in the attire of a Prima Ballerina stepped gracefully into the Spotlight. Lithe, and blonde.
The Sounds of Tchaikovsky´s Swan Lake sounded from the Speakers.
Hayley looked in Amazement at the Dancer. In her youth she had Ballet Lessons but the Grace with which Katie Stevens moved? It was amazing, fluent movements and Hayley felt that the young Dancer was the Swan in this Moment. The innocent young Woman: Odette, the Princess cursed by an evil Sorceress.
Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake (Swan Theme) (youtube.com)
The incredible sensual Dance and Tchaikovsky’s Music touched Hayley deeply. She did not notice the Tears running down her Cheeks “My love you are ruining your Makeup†Kirsty whispered and pressed her Wife´s left hand.
Warmth filled Hayley´s heart and she returned the Gesture.
Anna smiled at Chris “Isn´t this wonderful?†The German smiled and whispered back “Amazing!†On her right muscular thigh, she felt a gruff hand resting. Chris turned to Ardeth Bey “You are really the hands-on type, aren´t you?†The Desert Warrior smiled mysteriously.
“Something tells me you need a firm Hand Christine!â€
The Pianist smiled coyly “There is only one way to find out!†and laid her hand on his, resting on her right thigh, and squeezed, squeezed tightly. To his honour it must be said: The Chieftain of the Medjai did not even flinch and squeezed Chris's muscular Thigh more firmly.
Chris did not even flinch “The night will be interesting!†she grinned.
Later:
Chris and Natalie rose, and the Detective smiled subtly. The Pianist smiled back “Dear Guests, dear Brides!†The Pianist addressed the Audience “We had a wonderful evening so far!†She bowed lightly before Katie, who had changed into the “Uniform†of the F.E.E.T Team. Her right hand rested on Esme´s warm left Hand “If I ever saw a graceful Swan†The blonde added “It was you, Katie!†The young Dancer smiled. Smiled and blushed.
Chris turned to the Brides “Now it is time for the traditional First Dance Ladies!†She beamed at the Brides – and Kirsty could not help herself: The blonde was glowing from the inside, her cheeks slightly rosy, her emerald, green Eyes blazing.
“Anna, Sophie, if you may!†Chris smiled. The Violinist and the Lawyer rose and joined the Pianist as she walked to the Grand Piano. She had tuned it herself Anna knew – Chris was a Perfectionist.
Merit followed Anna on her Heels carrying the Violin Case.
Natalie took over “The Brides may rise!â€
Hayley and Kirsty looked at each other “I could lose myself in those blue pools of light!†The Briton mused a warm feeling filling her body “Come†she said simply and grabbed her Wife´s hand firmly.
“They are such a beautiful Pair!†Seamus King smiled at Rachel “Truly!†the Heiress smiled back. She nodded at the three Musicians who were preparing “They were so wonderful in the Chapel today! But look they are ready!â€
In the Centre of the vast Hall stood Kirsty and Hayley – in Position. In Preparation for this Moment, the Brides had done a Refresher Course at a local Dance Academy. Hayley had insisted on that "You cannot hold Time, and I do want this Moment perfect!†The American had declared categorically “And no green and blue Toes!â€
Grudgingly Kirsty had complied “If you insist on it!†The blonde had smiled sweetly “I do!†After the first lesson, Hayley doubted the Wisdom of the Idea. But their Teacher – an Austrian living in New York - had endless Patience, and after several Lessons, Kirsty had gotten the Knack of it.
Now they could do a Viennese Waltz, slow Waltz, and all the other Classics. There had been an intensive “Dispute†about who would lead the First Dance. Hayley had been very convincing: One evening she had ambushed Kirsty with a tranquilizer Gun. When she came to her senses again her Bride had her stripped naked, tied her spreadeagled with Silk Scarves on their bed.
Of course, Hayley had gagged her soon-to-be Wife thoroughly in a Style Elizabeth Crawford would have condoned: A fully packed Mouth and Scarfs and Gauze on top. then the blonde had done some very persuasive things to the Briton – using a dusk mask, doused with Chloroform, a Hitachi Wand – and an electric Toothbrush … Several Orgasms later, Kirsty relented and agreed that Hayley would lead the First Dance.
Chris looked at Anna and Sophie. Anna´s bow hovered over the Strings of her Stradivarius. The Russian felt elated. She had enjoyed the Day very much. Making Music and other Things …. with James.
Her best friends’ fingers rested on the Keyboard – the Grand Piano was a Bechstein – an old one, from 1920. How it had found its way to Berstein Manor would be without a doubt a fascinating Story if the Instrument could talk. Its Mechanic was perfect, even to Chris´ high Standards. And that said something.
Chris played the first Notes of the Intro of the First Dance ….
Hayley´s Eyes grew wide, as she heard the clear and warm Tones “Moonriver!†she whispered – the Blonde had direct visual Contact with Chris who nodded subtly as Anna´s bow touched the Strings of her Violin.
It was said that Anna Romanova possessed the Power to let her Instrument sing. Under Anna´s Hands, the centuries-old Instrument sang like a human voice. Hayley looked deep into Kirsty´s Grey Eyes. With a gentle touch of her left hand, she beamed at her Wife “Now!†she mouthed, and in Time they began to dance, the slow Waltz – Hayley led Kirsty firmly but gently.
Anna and Chris finished the first Stanza. Sophie intoned:
“Moon river, wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end
Waitin' 'round the bend
My huckleberry friend
Moon river and meâ€
Frank Sinatra - Moon river High Quality (youtube.com)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_mfIRnSqVg
In awe, Evie watched her Companion and listened. This dark shimmering Mezzo captured her always. And suddenly the Egyptologist felt the heat rising – Sophie singing was better than any Aphrodisiac. Amazed she looked at the two Brides, who seemed to have forgotten the World around them, were just in their own World.
And there were Chris and Anna: The Pianist in emerald, Green, Anna in scarlet Red. They moved so perfectly in Tone. The Blonde nodded ever so subtly at her fellow Musicians, and they repeated the Song.
Katie watched in Awe at the Musicians and the Brides “Chris is so gorgeous†she whispered to Esme “Shall I be angry?†her Companion teased her “Yes, she is gorgeous Katie – and I did never hear somebody play the Piano like this!â€
“She plays as beautiful as you dance, my Love!†Esme pressed Katie´s Hand “You were truly Odette today!â€
Chris smiled at Anna, who subtly nodded “Another round†she whispered to Sophie who smiled broadly and intoned the first Stanza a third time. For Kirsty was nothing else than Hayley´s beaming blue Eyes, as deep as the Atlantic. She heard the Music, but what guided her, was her Wife´s firm gentle Hand. And the Briton knew the Blonde felt the same. She led her and Kirsty allowed her to be led.
The Music was so incredibly sweet and intoxicating: Chris´ crystal clear bright tone, Anna´s singing Violin, and Sophie´s marvellous Mezzo, shimmering like black Velvet. They were one of the greatest Gifts. Their Friends, the Friends of old and those of new? They had given all to make this Wedding an unforgettable Event. And it was. “I love you!†she whispered to Hayley as they made another Pirouette. Kirsty had never believed she would master the Waltz – but she had. Another obstacle on their Way.
In the Aftermath she did not know how long they danced “This is a dream!†she mused as Hayley whirled her around again “And I am in it. I am Part of a Dream!â€
Later – she did not know how much later – the Music stopped. Chris played a final Accord. For seconds, minutes, hours? Silence. Then Applause branded up. The Brides bowed …
Later:
The Mandelring Quartet played the last takes of a Viennese Waltz, a true Classic “An der schönen blauen Donau†Chris took a sip of Champaign – and sighed contently. She watched the Pairs on the Dance Floor: The Brides, Seamus King and Rachel Weinstein, Sophie, and Evie. The Pianist smiled Sarah McKenzie and Natasha Bolkonskaya had been invited by Hayley´s Cousins. It was pretty obvious who led …
Johann Strauss - An der schönen blauen Donau, Waltz (Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta) (youtube.com)
The Music ended. Applause branded up.
“Christine!†the Pianist looked up. Ardeth Bey stood “Yes?†Chris smiled “May I ask you for the next Dance?†The Chieftain of the Medjai bowed slightly, took Chris's right hand, and executed a perfect hand kiss “You may!†the blonde smiled graciously and followed the Medjai on the Dance Floor.
The String Quartet played the first Tones of another Viennese Waltz “Wiener Blut†Chris was surprised: the Egyptian moved as if he had never done anything different than Waltzing – and to Chris´ Surprise, she allowed herself to be led.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=312ZADRrsv4
Daniel Harding conducts the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
The Pianist enjoyed herself thoroughly. As the Medjai whirled her around Chris graced him with a long look from her emerald-green Eyes. This was really like a Dream. Out of the Corner of her Eyes, she noticed that James had led Anna to the Dance Floor too, Seamus King and Rachel Weinstein were having much fun.
The Commissioner was an excellent Dancer. Sophie whirled Evie around. The Lawyer was beaming. Another spectacular Sight? Ragna was dancing with Ekaterina. Chris noticed that Monsignore Don Cavalli was standing near the String Quartet, a Champaign-Flute in his right Hand. Their Eyes met. The Priest raised his Glass and saluted Chris.
Thane Reynolds and Maureen watched the many couples on the Dance Floor “Isn´t this beautiful?†the Latina beamed “She looks so radiant!†the Gunny mused, and a warm feeling filled his Veins “Thane!†Maureen interrupted him “You can dance right?†Reynolds shrugged “I had a few lessons†“Perfect†the dark-haired Woman graced him with a warm smile “I want you to ask out for the next Dance!â€