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The movement gets Rowan’s attention, her eyes meeting mine. The desolation fades slightly as she gives me a small smile.
My gut burns for a different reason.
So fucking beautiful.
“My work here is done. I’m claiming my victory and leaving the rest to you.”
I don’t tear my gaze away from Rowan—memorizing the way her eyes sparkle, the way the tip of her tongue darts across her lip before she pulls it between her teeth, the blush creeping up her neck.
All of it tempting and torturous.
She has no idea how enticing and incredible she is.
A guy steps up beside her, diverting her attention, and breaking our trance.
Would you like to dance?
I make out his words and my blood pressure spikes. Who the hell is this fucker?
Talon swoops in, taking her hand and whisking her to the dance floor. She laughs, the melodic sound making its way straight to my chest.
“He will not save the day forever.” Ace appears at my side, Major flanking the other.
My two friends are here for the same reason as my sisters.
“I can't control who she dances with.”
“No, but the poor guy works with Harley and has no clue she’s taken. Don’t want any bloodshed today.”
“I’m not sure Rowan knows she’s taken,” Major adds.
“You two enjoying this?”
“As much as I like to see you sweat, she will not wait around forever.”
“She’s still healing.”
They nod, understanding where I’m coming from. Under her green dress, her broken rib is still wrapped.
Should have killed him repeats in my head.
“We get it.”
“If you get it, then you know I’m giving her time.”
The last six months have been hell on Rowan. My intentions aren’t casual or fleeting. I want more from her. Coming on too strong will only push her away.
“Take it from experience, don’t delay too long.”
“Says the man who denied his feelings for twelve years.”
I dip my chin to Ace.
“I didn’t deny them, just kept them from her.”
“And today, she’s your wife.”
His dark eyes light up in that damn twinkle Talon always catches. “Today, she’s my wife.”
