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Chapter 39
Promises & Vows
Chloe
“Oh my God, that was fun,” I sing as I step out of the SUV. I fan at my face as the heat blasts me. It’s hot as hell but it’s been so worth it.
I fix the scarf on my head and look at Gregor in his. His hair is covered, but his skin has taken on a golden-brown hue, and his cheeks are red.
He gives me a broad smile. “I couldn’t allow you to go home without this experience. Dune bashing is thrilling, but I think you’re going to love the quad ride. The day is just getting started though, wait until tonight.”
“I can’t wait, the camel ride was awesome. I’m excited about the henna painting too.”
“You’re going to love the food. The entertainment is always fun.”
“Oh,” I sing and move to bump Gregor with my hip. “Check Ethan out. That chick has been all over him since we got here.”
Gregor looks over at his head of security and smiles. “She’s not his type, but he’s too polite to say something,” he murmurs for my ears only.
“Is that right? What’s his type?”
He turns and winks at me. “Watch his eyes. It’s her friend.”
I look at the friend of the woman trying to get Ethan’s attention. My mouth falls open as I catch the hungry look on Ethan’s face as he looks at the thick ebony friend with the cute top and short shorts.
“Okay,” I say and pull a face. “I see you, Ethan.”
He looks up as if hearing me and gives a small smile. Just as quick, he moves to catch the curvy friend as she trips. The way she looks up at him and he looks down at her is straight out of a romance novel—as if she’s seeing him for the first time and he’s ready to devour her whole. Sid would love this.
“Baby, come on. You can ride with me,” Gregor calls as he straddles one of the quads waiting for everyone. He holds out a pair of goggles for me to put on, his are already on his face.
After getting my goggles on, I climb on behind him and wrap my arms around his waist. I place my cheek against his warm back. This has been such a fun day. I get a pang in my heart as I think of the fact that we’re getting ready to go back home.
I’m afraid of this bubble bursting and the real world coming in. I hope this feeling can survive what awaits us back home.
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Gregor
The night has turned out amazing. I look around at the vibrant-colored covered tables, pillows, and rugs for seating. The tables are sectioned off into little areas for groups to sit in.
In the center of all the tables is a square carpeted area that acts as a stage before everyone. I can’t wipe the smile off my face as I turn to watch Cee. She’s looking at the flamethrower with awe in her eyes. I think she may have found more inspiration for her paintings.
Today has been awesome. The heat was the only thing I can complain about. Cee has laughed, she’s gotten to know a few of the other women on the tour. I’ve watched her light up all day.
“You look happy,” I say as I watch her.
She turns to me and cups my face. “Right now, I am.”
I take her lips in a searing kiss. It’s so easy to get lost in her. Everything else falls away. I go to deepen the kiss, but she pulls away.
“This place is magical. I wish we could stay. I have this sinking feeling like everything will change when we get back.”
“I wish we could stay here too, but I know how much Ally means to you. We need to head back for the engagement party as well. My mother has been busy planning while she’s been here.
“I walked in on one of her calls. I had no idea she was so far into the planning. I thought she wanted to return home back to her life when she kept asking when I’d be heading back.”
Cee laughs. “It all makes sense now.”
