They made love

The Gray mansion was silent when the newly engaged couple arrived home, probably because everyone had gone to bed which was quite surprising. They weren’t even out that late, so why did everyone go to bed so early?

Anna led the way to her room while Stephen followed behind. Of course, things were awkward again, and Anna was so nervous. He was coming to her room, probably because he hadn’t said goodnight and it would be ungentleman of him to leave her behind at the doorstep rather than walk her to her room, but the thought of that didn’t make her any less nervous.

In the soft glow of the dimly lit bedroom, Stephen's arms encircled Anna's waist, pulling her close to him while her heart raced, she tried to distract herself by saying something, saying anything at all. Curiosity was the first to occupy her mind, her question hung in the air, laden with the weight of uncertainty. She looked up at him, her eyes searching his, seeking reassurance beyond words.

"Do you think your family will a