Vin’s car hummed to a stop as he pulled up to the valet parking at one of the grandest hotels Callie had ever seen in her life.

The venue for tonight’s dinner was a ballroom, with a whimsical theme to celebrate the couple’s youthful love despite the hardships through the years. Soft lights bled out of the open doorway, giving them a hint of what to expect inside.

“Are you sure you want to go inside now? It’s not too late to turn back and head up to our room,” asked Vin as his hand slipped from the gear shift to reach for Callie. His fingers sank into the soft...