Corpse Bride fanfic

Victor Van Dort nervously adjusted his morning coat in the foggy forest as the day of his wedding approached. He knew his parents expected him to marry the wealthy Victoria Everglot, but Victor feared embarrassing himself in front of all the guests. Going over his vows didn't seem to help calm his nerves.

When Victor noticed a gnarled branch resembling a skeletal hand, an idea struck him - he could practice his vows now, in private. But placing the ring on the "hand" was a fateful mistake. In a flash, Victor found himself transported underground, in a puzzling and peculiar place.

All around were the deceased: skeletons, zombies and ghosts milling about. Victor spun around trying to make sense of it all when he came face to face with a beautiful young woman, though her skin was pale blue and featured cracks like fine china.

This was Emily, who introduced herself as the Corpse Bride. Overjoyed to have a husband after being abandoned at the altar in life, Emily tour Victor around her town of the dead. He met her quirky family like her spider-infested grandmother and skeleton dog. At a reception, Victor danced with Emily though her arm came loose!

Under Emily's guide, Victor adjusted to their traditions but missed his family. When he learned he was trapped there if they consummated their marriage, Victor and Emily agreed he must return above ground. But would Victor's heart choose the dead bride he felt drawn to, or the life he knew?