He had been searching for her all morning. Their argument last evening had been foolish but his stubborn pride had prevented an apology. The superior butler stated she was "Not at home." When pressed he admitted she had taken the little one for a walk. "What little one?" he demanded of a closed door. Bewildered, he tried her favorite places. She was nowhere to be found. There only remained the gazebo. As he approached, her soft voice stopped him cold. "Darling, I thought I knew him. He was odious. So dictatorial and demanding. What shall I do? I fear our marriage would be a terrible mistake." He listened as she crooned and nuzzled this, this usurper, until he could no longer stand it. With squared shoulders and the glint of battle in his eyes he marched into the gazebo. He would lay out his rival cold on the hard ground! He was momentarily at a loss to see Vivien, seated on the bench. Alone! The wind summarily removed from his sails, he simply stood there. Vivien's, "You startled us!" was echoed by a small yip. It was then he noticed two tiny brown eyes peering at him over the folds of her dress. She stood, cradling the puppy. The hostile sparks in her blue eyes and determined set of her mouth boded ill. Wits collected, he approached her. "This must be the little one about which your butler spoke." He stretched out a large tanned hand. The puppy wriggled to be free and as soon as Vivien placed it on the ground it danced around his legs and begged to be held. He scooped it into his arms. "I wish to apologize for my behavior. And please don't disappear again?" Her tone softened. "Is that an order Sir? For I have to tell you, I am not a member of your light brigade. And, though you are used to issuing orders, I do not take them! You might as well know this now Gordon, before we are wed." He placed the little one in her arms and gathered her close. "I would issue one last order, my love. You must love me always." She yielded, "That is one order I shall always obey." He offered his arm, "Shall we go, darling?"

Upon hearing its name, the little dog looked from one to the other, snuggled between them and promptly fell asleep.

The Gown - a slim lilac chiffon skirt with a deep shirred ruffle over a lilac under slip. The ivory silk bodice has been hand painted in a french floral design of ivory scrolls, vines, pink roses and accented with tiny amethyst glass beads in a grape pattern. The puffed and shirred sleeves are of lilac chiffon. A delicate lace surrounds the neckline, accented by a dark lavender silk ribbon and silk rose buds.

"Darling" - this little dog has been painted, sealed and has 100% silk fur, carefully layered to create the long amber, fawn and black coat and feathery tail. It has an ultra suede collar and lead.

The Accessories - an open parasol with a soft green handle. A "pearl" necklace with "amethyst" crystal charm, matching earrings and a double strand "pearl" bracelet. Her wide brim hat is three layers of chiffon with a ruched band, silk ribbon flowers, bows and grape clusters. Lace trimmed ivory stockings and dark lavender shoes with bow accents complete the costume.

Vivien's eyes have been painted a dark blue with delicate shadows and dark feathered brows. Her lips are a soft rose. Paint has been sealed. She has a natural manicure, new wig and silk lashes.

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