Power, Love, and Promise (COMPLETED)

Firework Fizzles by The Vineyard

A few days after Christmas, as the festive season lingered in the crisp London air, Selena and Frey were cozied up in their penthouse, savoring the post-holiday calm. Snow continued to fall outside, giving the city a quiet, magical glow.

Selena looked up from her coffee. "I've been thinking... wouldn't it be nice to ring in the New Year at our vineyard in Tuscany?"

Frey's eyes lit up. "I love that idea. Tuscany is breathtaking in winter, and we can have a few days with our families away from everything."

They decided it would be a family trip—just them and their parents. Selena felt a warm rush at the thought of beginning their next chapter surrounded by the people closest to them.

She picked up her phone and called her mother first. "Mum? We're planning to go to Tuscany to celebrate New Year's Eve at the vineyard," Selena said, her voice filled with excitement.

Amelia's voice on the other end was equally enthusiastic. "That sounds absolutely perfect, darling! Your father and I would love to join. Spending time at the vineyard with you and Frey—it's just what we need."

After talking with her mother, Frey dialed his parents to extend the invitation. "Mum, Dad—we'd love for you to come with us to Tuscany for New Year's," he said.

Katherine's response was filled with joy. "Oh, what a wonderful idea, Frey! We've been wanting to see the vineyard since you bought it. It will be the perfect start to the year."

With their parents on board, Selena and Frey set about finalizing the details, organizing their private jet for the journey.

Finally, New Year's Eve arrived. Frey and Selena boarded their private jet with their parents. The luxurious interior was warmly lit, and the comforting hum of the engines created a serene atmosphere. As they settled in, a flight attendant offered refreshments, while everyone eased into the trip, chatting about what the coming year might bring.

Denzel raised his glass, glancing at the others. "To family, to new beginnings, and to the vineyard—our own little piece of heaven in Tuscany."

Selena clinked her glass with her father's. "To Tuscany," she smiled.

As they touched down in Italy, a soft winter haze lay over the landscape. The vineyard stretched out beneath a blue sky, rows of grapevines reaching out like welcoming arms.

At the estate, they settled in and gathered around the fireplace, its warmth creating an inviting glow that filled the room. Selena looked around at the people she loved most. The vineyard was a new chapter not just for her and Frey, but a venture she hoped would deepen the ties between their families.

"Since we're all here," Selena said, glancing at Frey, "Frey and I have been thinking of expanding... maybe starting our own wine label."

Ron raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "A wine business? That would be quite the legacy."

Amelia's eyes sparkled. "I think that's a wonderful idea, darling. Imagine what you could create together."

As everyone shared their thoughts, Selena felt both supported and inspired. She exchanged a warm look with Frey, feeling that this moment truly marked the beginning of something extraordinary, for them and their families alike.

"Since everyone agrees on our new business, any brand we can think of for the name? It will be great if the name is embossed with our family name, a strong statement that makes people understand right away that this wine is owned by The Thorne and The Ackenborough, as it's always been for all our businesses," Frey asked, looking around the table at their families.