Page 61 of The Plus One

“And you’re scared of her?”

“I respect the bride.”

“You’re scared.”

“I’m scared she’ll make you cuss me out if we’re late.”

“That is a valid concern.”

I climbed out of bed and gathered my clothes from the floor. Ace watched me the entire time. “Can I help you?” I asked.

“Yeah. Bring your naked ass back over here.”

“You just said we need to leave.”

“I can be quick.”

“No you can’t.”

“Give me ten minutes.”

“No Ace.”

“Five.”

I stepped into my shorts. “You had me all night. Be grateful.”

“I am grateful. That doesn’t mean I’m satisfied.”

“That sounds personal.”

Ace came up behind me and wrapped his arms around my waist. “You enjoyed yourself?”

I leaned back against his chest. “Maybe.”

“You screamed my name enough.”

I elbowed him lightly. “Don’t start.”

He kissed my cheek before releasing me. “Come on. Let me get you back before Sierra sends people looking for us.”

We ate fruit on the boat while heading toward Cancún. I rested against Ace as the island disappeared behind us.

The closer we got to the resort, the more reality settled in. The wedding was happening in a few hours, and I had responsibilities.

More importantly, I had to walk down the aisle with Markel. That idea would have ruined my entire day a week ago. Now, I just wanted to get through it so I could watch my best friend marry the love of her life.

Ace squeezed my thigh. “You good?”

“Yeah.”

“You sure?”

“I have to walk with Markel.”

“You want me to handle that?”

I laughed. “What are you going to do? Replace the best man?”