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“This is for you,” I said as Harper opened it. It was a necklace with three rings. “One for me, one for your mommy, and one for you. Together, we’re a family.”
“I will marry you,” Evie said as she tightened her arms around my neck, and everyone laughed.
She was a little confused as to who got married to who, but she had the right sentiment. She was ours, and we were a family.
We had a few more seconds as a family, enjoying the moment, just the three of us, before everyone converged with hugs and congratulations. More champagne was poured. There was talk and laughter. It was just like Mamma and Papà’s kitchen. There was so much love in the air. I couldn’t help but want the same for my sister and my brothers.
I had a feeling love was more likely for Gia, since my brothers were still playing the field. Then the door opened, and Silas walked in.
Gia’s eyes moved to him, and her mouth opened slightly before she recovered. “What are you doing here?”
I set Evie down and quickly walked over to them, wanting to avoid an argument, if possible. Gia was a bit of a hothead, and Silas never backed down when confronted, especially when it was her.
Silas nodded toward me. “Your brothers invited me.”
Gia’s hands were on her hips, and if I wasn’t mistaken, Silas’s gaze over her was appreciative. Before I could process that, she said, “You’re not welcome here.”
“Gia, be nice. We’re friends with Silas. Whatever beef you have with him, can you let it go for one night? Can you just be happy for us?”
Gia’s face softened as Evie ran up to me. “Can you put the necklace on me?”
I squatted down in front of her. “Of course.”
I moved her hair and clasped it behind her neck. “Do you like it?” Evie looked up at Silas.
“It’s beautiful, just like you,” Silas said, and I swear Gia’s face softened even more.
Then Evie smiled brightly. “Leo’s marrying my mommy.”
Silas’s gaze met mine. “Did I miss something?”
“I just asked Harper to marry me.”
Silas grinned and pulled me in for a hug. “Congratulations. Although I didn’t even realize you were dating.”
“I’ve liked her forever, and when I finally realized she was the one for me, everything fell into place.”
“That’s great,” Silas said.
“What do you know about love?” Gia asked Silas.
I wanted to tell Gia to give it a rest, to leave him alone, but I was a little curious as to why she was asking.
“I can like it for other people,” Silas said.
He was frequently photographed with women at the events at his resort, but I didn’t think he’d dated any of them seriously. He was too busy with work.
She nodded as if he’d said something she agreed with.
“This place looks great,” Silas said.
I clasped his shoulder. “Thanks for helping us. We couldn’t have done it without you.”
“You asked Silas for business help? Why didn’t you come to me?” Gia asked, clearly offended.
“You don’t own a restaurant,” I said tightly, knowing this confrontation was inevitable.
“I own a business.”
