Page 57 of Her Adorable Cad

Priscilla chuckled. “Probably?No, dearest sister, there is no question about that.”

“Oh, you know me. I hate to admit when I’m wrong.”

“That is the truth, but Felicia, it’s something you must overcome. Men do not like a woman who thinks she is always right.”

Felicia rolled her eyes. “But therein lies the problem. You see, most of the time, Iamalways right.” She shrugged. “I just enjoy pointing it out to them.”

Priscilla laughed. “Oh, my dear, wayward sister. Believe me when I tell you that you arenotalways right. And men do enjoy hearing a woman admit when she is wrong.”

She glanced around the groups of people and spotted Gavin. “Felicia, I hope you will forgive me, but I need to talk to my husband now.”

“Of course.” Felicia hugged her and walked away.

Priscilla headed in her husband’s direction. Gavin was talking to some of his cousins, but when he saw her walking toward him, he quickly excused himself and met her halfway. Grinning widely, he gathered her loosely in his arms.

“So, my sweet duchess, are you ready to leave this party and start our lives together? I cannot wait to get you alone, because this time, it won’t be scandalous.” He waggled his eyebrows.

Her heart melted that much more. She was so pleased that he had changed for the better. Eighteen months ago, when he was a rogue, he would have never thought of anyone but himself, andhe definitely wouldn’t have sought her opinions or wishes, as he did now. She loved how he included her in everything.

She sighed dreamily. “I love you, Gavin, and I’m anticipating when we can start our lives as man and wife. I pray you will never tire of me.”

He caressed her cheek. “How can I tire of someone I admire? Cilla, I plan on keeping you with me forever.”

“Could I love you any more?” She smiled.

“I’m sure you could, just as I could love you more. Every day as your husband will make me completely happy.”

“Gavin?” she asked softly.

“Yes, my love?”

“Is it permissible to kiss you in front of every—”

He placed his mouth over hers before she could finish speaking. She hitched a breath, but it didn’t take long before she kissed him back. Perhaps this was scandalous, but at least the gossipmongers would know how much she loved this man.

Was there anything better in life than loving someone with all of her heart?

She thought not.

THE END