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“True, but Ada isnotone of those people. I need toseea kiss.”
Locking eyes, Arlo ran his fingers through Ada’s hair. Then, he moved closer, touching his lips to hers. He allowed himself to melt into her. She returned the pressure. He felt like his body was fire and ice at the same time. An apt description of Ada’s personality, which he had grown extremely fond of.
“Oh-kayyyy… I believe you. I’m still surprised, but dang—that was a good kiss.” Maggie’s comments forced them apart.
Ada grinned at her friend. “I know… Who would have thought? Me? A sucker for a handsome prince?”
“Ahhh! I’m so happy for you guys!” Maggie beamed.
“Thank you, Mags! I will call you back soon!”
“Okay, love you!” Maggie said before the call ended.
Ada blew out a breath. “I’m so glad that conversation is over. I think they bought it.”
Arlo nodded. “I think so, too.”
“Nice work on that kiss by the way. Not bad.”
Arlo stood and held out his hand, helping her up. He leaned near her ear and whispered, “I was just getting started.”
Chapter 15
Arlo - New Year’s Eve
Arlowasshavingwhenhe heard a knock on his bedroom door. “Come in,” he yelled.
“Arlo,” he heard Ada’s voice.
“In here.”
Ada rounded the corner to the bathroom and then stopped abruptly, covering her eyes. “Ah, a little warning that you’re only in your underwear would have been nice.”
“It’s no different than swim trunks.”
Ada kept her eyes covered. “But tighter!” she said. Then she turned so she was facing away from him.
“You know we’re about to be married right? I can’t have you fainting at the sight of me and my ripped abs out in public.”
Ada ignored his jokes. “That’s what I need to talk to you about.”
“My abs?”
“No. I’m freaking out about the wedding ceremony. Your mom just texted me and said they are expecting five hundred guests! What if I pass out? What if I trip on my dress?”
Arlo dried his face with a towel and then threw on shorts and a T-shirt.
Ada continued, “What if I pull a Ross and say someone else’s name? What if I choke on my own spit?”
Arlo chuckled as he stood in front of Ada. He put his hands on her petite shoulders. “I’ll be right there with you the whole time. Just keep your eyes on me.”
Ada exhaled slightly.
“Good. Take a few more deep breaths. Would you like me to share with you another relaxing guided imagery?”
Ada cracked a smile.
As he wrapped her in an embrace, she nuzzled her face into his chest. “I thought you could use a little stress-relief today, so I booked a spa day for you and Brooklyn.”
