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“I take full credit for this,” Lou announced as he cut in between Grey and Kaia during a dance once the cake was cut and the speeches were done.
Portia elbowed him in the ribs and was glad to take Grey’s invitation for a dance. The four stayed close, swaying to the music to reminisce together. “You can’t always take credit,” Portia warned the bartender with a smile.
“Sure I can,” he assured her. “I did tell you that you would get your reward, Greyson. Remember?”
Kaia glanced at her new husband, but he was only confused. It took a few moments for him to crack a smile. “The drink you made me. Yeah, I remember now. You said the cocktail was my reward for teaching that demon some manners.”
Lou’s grin widened. “Is that what I said? I thought it was more along the lines of, you drinking my cocktailguaranteedyour reward would find you.” The demon winked, and Portia stepped away from Greyson and took Lou’s hands away from Kaia.
“Don’t listen to him,” the succubus laughed. “He’s talking nonsense. You two met and fell in love. That’s all that matters.”
Lou twirled Portia around in a merry dance that didn’t quite match the music’s tempo. The succubus didn’t seem to mind too much, but her eyes were glued to Lou’s face in stern concentration.
“You two are a delicious couple,” Lou was giddy with glee. “Have a good honeymoon.” He led Portia away, leaving Kaia and Grey laughing at their antics.
“He’s not wrong,” Grey said. “Finding you does feel like a reward, but you’re so much more than a prize, Kaia.”
“I hope so. I’m your wife.”
“Wife,” he repeated with a smile. “I’ll never get tired of hearing that. Wanna go to our own private island, wife?”
“Private island?” she repeated, confused.
“Yeah. Didn’t I tell you? We’re staying an extra week for our honeymoon. We have one of those private islands reserved just for us.”
“You’re joking,” she gasped!
Amused, he shook his head. “I kept true to my word.”
“We have a whole island? For a one-week stay? Just for us? Are you really serious?”
He kissed her cheek, keeping his lips close to her ear. “I’ve already cleared the holiday with your boss. She was quite impressed with my wedding gift.”
“So my boss knew about my honeymoon before I did?” she teased.
“Are you surprised?” he asked.
Kaia looked around. The reception was in full swing. Every party guest was having a good time ... from the dancing to the drinking, and the fantastic meal ... there was something for everyone. They would hardly be missed if they snuck away. “Yup. I’m also all partied out. I’ve got an island I want to explore.”
As discreetly as the bride and groom could manage, they snuck away from the beach and followed one of the resort’s paths. An imp drove them to their island in a small boat.
Kaia gasped when they docked on the small private beach that fronted an impressive log cabin. “Some of the other islands have a more modern vibe, but I thought this fit us well.”
“For a dragon CEO, who owns a lumber company? I’d say so,” she laughed. “It’s beautiful.”
Grey took her into his arms. “Even if it’s not our house, I’ll carry you over the threshold. But there are going to be no interruptions out here. No CEO or alpha business. This week is all about us.”
Kaia kissed him. “Best husband ever.”
“Best week ever,” he replied before taking her to their temporary love nest.
Kaia could hardly wait.
* * *
The sun settingover the water was a stunning view. One they could enjoy while completely nude, lounging on their private back deck by the water. Kaia couldn’t remember if she had worn any clothes in the last forty-eight hours. Any time she reached for something, Grey stopped her. When she reached for her wrap, he pulled her into his lap.
“Now, wife, why would you want to hide yourself from your husband?”
