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"Miss, we're approaching a split in the road," the driver announced. "Left takes us back to the city, while right leads to the highway out of town. Which direction would you prefer?"

Without delay, Leslie answered, "The highway."

The driver let out a small laugh before finally asking the question he'd been holding back.

"I hope you don't mind me asking, but I couldn't help noticing your wedding dress. You're not attempting a real-life runaway bride scenario like in movies and books, are you?"

Leslie's cheeks reddened slightly. "Just drive! Why are you so inquisitive?"

As they neared the highway toll booth, the driver unexpectedly activated his emergency lights and pulled over.

"Why are we stopping?" Leslie asked anxiously. "Keep moving!"

The driver turned around, revealing a broad smile.

It was only then that Leslie properly observed the driver's face—and was taken aback to find he was an exceptionally attractive young man.