“It kind of grew on me,” he said. “Like a fungus.”
She reached up to touch his face, her new ring sparkling in the moonlight. “Thanks,” she said. “Thanks for a perfect day.”
“I think everyone is having fun,” Zach said, sliding his arms around her waist. He’d looked hot in his white, flowy shirt and loose khakis. And he looked even better with the band of gold around his third finger, telling the world that he was all hers. “I’m just glad you didn’t bolt on me.”
“There was no getaway car this time,” she said. “Plus, I found the right groom.”
“You’re one hundred percent sure? Because we haven’t officially consummated the marriage yet. You could still change your mind.”
“I plan to consummate the hell out of it,” Jenna said, going to her tiptoes to lay a kiss on him. “Just wait.”
“I don’t think we’re the only ones,” Zach said, nodding toward a couple in silhouette a little farther up the beach.
“I think you’re right.” And as they watched, Jenna saw Tommy take Marcy’s hand and bring it to his lips. “I think it was love at first sight.”
“Totally.” But Zach wasn’t looking at Marcy and Tommy. His gaze was on Jenna, making her feel warm wiggly things deep in her belly.
“You know we did everything backward, right?” Jenna said. “First, we went on a honeymoon. Then we became friends.”
“Then lovers,” he said, his eyes flashing.
“And then we broke up. Now, we’re married.”
“Not your typical romance, that’s true,” he said. “But I wouldn’t change anything.”
“Me, neither,” Jenna said. And it was true.
“I’ve got one more surprise for you, though,” he said, pulling an envelope out of his back pocket.
“Another list?” Jenna asked, rolling her eyes.
“Don’t think I’ve forgotten about that bingo card,” he warned. “There are still a couple of squares left.”
They’d arrived at the resort a few days before the rest of the party and partaken of some very couple-y things, several of which had been clothing optional and taken place in the privacy of their bungalow. Zach was a lot more creative that Jenna had ever given him credit for. And he’d brought that bingo card with him. She still wasn’t walking quite right.
“We’re here for two more weeks. I’m sure we can knock off two more measly squares.”
“Absolutely. But this is something different. Something just for you. Open it.”
Jenna unsealed the envelope and started reading the document inside. “You…bought this place?” She looked up at him in wonder. “Planning to raze it to the ground?”
“Never,” he said in an offended tone. “I want it to stay exactly how it is right now.” He kissed her. “But maybe we could make the showers larger.”
“You are crazy,” she said, throwing her arms around him.
“Crazy for you, Jenna. Always for you.”
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Acknowledgments
Thanks to Heather H. and all the Entangled team. You guys are the best! I also want to thank my family, extended family, and Indiana RWA friends for all the support throughout the years.
About the Author
Bethany Michaels is the author of over a dozen contemporary novels and novellas as well as a handful of Regency-set historicals and light paranormal romances. The first book in her Nashville country music series, Nashville Heat, was an RT Book Reviews Reviewers’ Choice Award nominee.
When not working on her next book, Bethany enjoys movies, traveling, camping, hiking, and volunteering with her kids’ scout troops. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband and four teens.
Bethany loves to hear from readers! You can reach her at: [email protected]
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