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“Not quite what I had in mind,” he says.
I glance up at his face, shocked by what I think he’s saying. “You meantomorrow?”
“The holidays have always been a hard time for both of us. I’d like to make them into something positive,” he says.
“I don’t know if we could find someone to do it tomorrow. That’s really short notice.” Even as I tell him that, the idea is taking root. A Christmas wedding would be kind of perfect.
“Are you saying no?” he asks softly.
Instantly, I shake my head. “I’m saying I love the idea, but I think it’s kind of impossible.”
“Judge Helen has already agreed. She’ll be at the wedding chapel tomorrow if we want. Mallory from Sew Cute will open her shop tomorrow morning so you can pick out your dress. Mackenzie and Ginger are ready to help with hair and make-up. Ace and I found rings today.”
I gape up at him. “You’ve really thought of everything.”
“So what do you say? Do you want to become Mrs. Claus tomorrow?”
I grin, unable to hold back all the love in my heart. This man is so amazing. “Yes! I would love to marry you on Christmas.”
His whole expression lights up before he brushes a soft kiss across my forehead. “You’re going to make a beautiful bride.”
* * *
I thinkRogue was right because I feel absolutely beautiful as I stare at my reflection in the mirror. Mallory helped me find the perfect dress. It’s a gorgeous white one with a sparkly bodice and a full skirt that has peppermints on it. The red bow above the skirt gives it a festive feel, and I smooth a hand down it.
“I can’t believe today is my wedding day,” I tell Mackenzie and Ginger. “I never imagined I would be marrying the man of my dreams so soon after your weddings.”
Ginger shrugs. “That’s how the men of Courage County are. When they find their forever, they put a ring on it.”
“And we love them all the more for it.” Mackenzie laughs. She hands me a tissue. “Blot.”
I do as she instructs, blotting my lipstick.
“Are you ready?” Ginger asks just as there’s a knock on the door.
Greer comes in wearing a black suit. He nods to me. “You look real pretty today.”
My cheeks heat. I can’t wait until Rogue catches a glimpse of me. “Thanks, Greer.” He called last night and apologized about the rumors. He said he never meant to scare me with his phone call. He was only looking out for me.
He clears his throat. “Thought I might walk you down the aisle. If you’ll let me.”
My heart is so happy, it feels like I might explode. “I would love that.”
The clock in the corner chimes, and just like that, it’s time to get married.
When the doors of the chapel swing open, the wedding march begins to play. My eyes quickly scan through our wedding party to find Rogue. He’s beaming at me, so much love written in his gaze.
I glide down the aisle on the protective cowboy’s arm. If it weren’t for Greer anchoring me, I’d probably float up to the sky. That’s how light and happy Rogue makes me feel.
Greer kisses my cheek before he gives me to my groom. Rogue takes my hands in his and gives them a gentle squeeze.
We repeat our vows and exchange rings. Then Rogue is leaning forward to kiss me, but before he does, he whispers in my ear, “You’re the best Christmas gift I could’ve ever asked for.”
* * *
“If you could haveone wish for the new year, what would it be?” I ask Rogue as I run my hand up his chest. It’s New Year’s Eve, which means we’ve been married just a week. It’s been the best week of my life. I can’t stop smiling.
“I got everything I could have wished for when I married my beautiful wife,” he says. We’re lying together in front of the living room fireplace. Our chests are still heaving from our earlier activities.
