It was 5:00 pm on the day before the spookiest time of the year. The Harrisons, Ringo and Sparkie were currently in London Victoria station, waiting among the platforms for their overnight train journey to begin. What's going on, you ask? Well, they are on their way to Canterbury for a Halloween party which will be taking place in the library where Harry (George's eldest brother) works at.
"I must say, this train ride is gonna be a neat little change of pace!" remarked Laura. "It certainly will, my dear!" replied George. "And I should tell you that in addition to the party, we'll be meeting my brother's family for the first time, too!" Laura said, "Oh, how wonderful!" Pattie added, "I look forward to meeting them, sweetie!" Ringo said, "So do I, me hearties!" Sparkie made a noise that sounded like he was saying, "Aye, aye!" George said, "I knew you'd be excited, dear chaps!"
After thirty minutes flew by, an announcement came: "Calling the attention of all Canterbury-bound passengers, your train is ready to depart soon. You may now start boarding. Thank you." With that, everyone on the platform did so and went inside the coaches.
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"I must say, this train ride is gonna be a neat little change of pace!" remarked Laura. "It certainly will, my dear!" replied George. "And I should tell you that in addition to the party, we'll be meeting my brother's family for the first time, too!" Laura said, "Oh, how wonderful!" Pattie added, "I look forward to meeting them, sweetie!" Ringo said, "So do I, me hearties!" Sparkie made a noise that sounded like he was saying, "Aye, aye!" George said, "I knew you'd be excited, dear chaps!"
After thirty minutes flew by, an announcement came: "Calling the attention of all Canterbury-bound passengers, your train is ready to depart soon. You may now start boarding. Thank you." With that, everyone on the platform did so and went inside the coaches.
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Next up on the couple's itinerary is Inverness Castle. As a means of convenience, they opted to take the hotel's shuttle which offers free daily rides to the place. Their faces were again struck with awe after a short hike towards the top. "I think we can best describe this beauty with one word: Stunning!" George remarked. "I completely agree, my dear! Not to mention, the beige colour reflects very well with the sunlight." Pattie replied. "Mm-hmm! Indeed, love." George said. They then wasted no time in taking more photos. And because the castle was currently open to the public, they went inside it as well!
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George and Pattie decided to have a morning swim at the indoor pool three hours after breakfast and booking their ride to Loch Ness for tomorrow. The former asked, "I know it's only been a day since we arrived, but how are you enjoying this place so far?" His wife replied, "Well, I'm quite liking it! How about you, dear?" George said, "So am I, love! Especially as it is just the two of us for a week." Pattie said, "That's true. I've been waiting for this moment right from the time we got engaged!" George replied, "Oh, yes. Indeed! You took the words straight out of me mouth there." Pattie smiled in response. The couple even made their swim extra memorable by diving and sharing an underwater kiss! Afterwards, they spent the rest of the day with a nice stroll around the hotel's vicinity.
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After they had finished unpacking, the couple went outside to have lunch and study the map for planning out their special itinerary. "Okay; so for the landmarks, we should definitely pay a visit to Loch Ness!" George said. Pattie replied, "That's for sure! I am also quite intrigued by Inverness Castle, especially since it's only a hike up away from where our hotel is located." George replied, "Sounds magnificent, love! Then, we can take a nature walk in the Ness Islands." Pattie added, "And we'll save the city tour for next week! I'd like us to go to the Victorian Market for our souvenir shopping." George remarked, "Capital idea! Well, I think that just about settles our plan." His wife agreed. It was a good timing too, as their food arrived the moment they were done folding the map. When they returned to their suite a few hours later, George wrote down their chosen places in checklist form (like what he did in Ireland last year).
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When the new day came, the couple woke up feeling rested and got themselves ready for the ride to Inverness. "See you in a week, Laura, darling. Take care." George whispered to his daughter, who was still sound asleep. "We love you." Pattie added. With that, they kissed her on the forehead. This was then followed by a tasty breakfast, after which they headed back to the airship. "The weather is expected to be cooler where I'll be taking you during this time of year (being the capital of the Highlands), so have ye brought along some coats?" Philip asked as they returned on deck. George replied, "Why yes, sir! We did. Thanks for letting us know about that." Pattie said, "Indeed! Good thing we planned ahead of time." "Mm-hmm." Nodded George. "You are all set in that case!" Remarked Philip. A few minutes later, the airship was gliding in the sky again, and the newlyweds shared a sweet moment while enjoying the lovely view at the same time.
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