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Too many reasonsforand not enoughagainst, in my opinion. “I will. I absolutely will.”
“You’re abrilliantwoman, Petra.” He turned up the heat of his next kiss as he touched me.
“Petra darling.” My mother’s voice was metaphorical ice water and I released a small scream.
Jack, in contrast, straightened and pulled me into a standing position at his side. He shot his cuffs and inclined his head.
“Ms. Andreadis. Pardon the public display.”
Mom stared between us for a long moment before her mouth lifted in a smile. “No need, Jack.” She met my eyes and added, “Your sister and her husband are leaving.”
“Oh, that’sgreat. I assume they’re still honeymooning at the exotic Disney World Resort?” He asked the question with curious innocence and my mother couldn’t stop herself from a small snicker. “I’ll take that as a yes. Unfortunate.”
“Not your first choice? If the roles were reversed?” Mom folded her hands in front of her and seemed interested in his answer.
“No. A honeymoon begs for excitement, new experiences as a couple, and plenty of options to keep one busy when you manage to leave your hotel. I’d consider Athens, London, or Hong Kong. Montreal or New York if it needed to be close.”
“I imagine you’requitethe experienced traveler.”
He grinned. “I have a few stamps in my passport.”
She held his gaze before turning to me. “You needn’t tell her goodbye or help with gifts. Demetrius already arranged transport to their hotel.”
I clasped my hands at my chest. “You mean I’mfree?”
“Yes, brat. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Call me tomorrow afternoon to let me know if you’re free for lunch.”
Code to let her know I wasn’t dead in a ditch.
“Of course.”
“I’ll take good care of your daughter, Ms. Andreadis. I know what it’s like to be a parent’s favorite.” He winked and she burst out laughing. “My poor mother would be beside herself if something were to happen to me.”
Sighing, he wrapped his arm around my waist and shook me slightly. He said seriously, “It’s a heavy cross to bear but it falls to us, Petra.”
“You’re as bad as she is.” To me, she added, “Don’t forget your bag in the bridal suite. I can’t imagine you’ll want to wear that dress a moment longer than you must.”
“Amen,” I answered.
“Goodnight, darling.” She leaned forward and pressed a kiss to my cheek. “Thank you for today.”
“All for you, Mom. Remember that.”
“As if you’ll allow me to forget.” She smiled and walked away.
Jack looked at me and flashed a killer smile. I felt like one of those idiot women in romantic comedies.
“Let’s grab your stuff and get the fuck out of here.”
He was hot, witty, intelligent, and into me. I’d be a fool to let the opportunity to be with him pass me by.
My mother didn’t raise a fool.
“Great plan.”
Jack followed me to the bridal suite and insisted on carrying my bag in one hand while he took mine in his other.
Dropping a quick kiss on my lips, he released a small groan. “There’s a damn good bottle of champagne in my fridge.”
