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Tazhr’s golden eyes flashed. “Perhaps I am, Mrs. Rochester. We are wed now. No one could fault me for stealing a kiss from my lovely wife.” He drew me tighter against him in emphasis.
“Well, when you put it that way...” I leaned up on tiptoe, eyelids fluttering closed in anticipation of his kiss.
Later, in our opulent honeymoon suite, we would finish what was already set ablaze out under the stars. But for now, we were content to bask in the joy of the dance, in one another, and in the love that made us whole.
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I strodethrough the bustling casino floor, keeping a watchful eye on the operations. The slot machines flashed and rang out as patrons shouted and laughed. It was a successful night, as usual at the Black Star Casino.
Laux approached me briskly. “Good evening, sir. We’re at ninety-three percent capacity and all games are running smoothly.”
I nodded. “Excellent. And the restaurant?”
“Completely booked for the next two turns. Chef may need to bring in extra help.”
“See that he does,” I replied. I trusted Laux as the pit boss to handle the details.
As I continued surveying the casino, a flash of vibrant red caught my eye. I turned to see a woman with long, flowing auburn hair leaning casually against the bar. Something about her pulled me in. I felt an irresistible urge to go to her.
Changing course, I walked directly to the bar, cutting through the crowds. I couldn’t take my eyes off the woman. Her fair skin appeared silky smooth, her profile delicate yet striking. She turned then, and her eyes, as blue and clear as Earth’s lost oceans, met mine. My breath caught in my throat. She was exquisite.
I moved closer, compelled by her beauty. Just as I opened my mouth to speak, a gruff voice shouted, “Draven! We’ve got a situation in the back room.”
I turned to see Sakkar, the head of security, scowling at me impatiently. With great reluctance, I tore my gaze from the mystery woman.
“Excuse me a moment,” I said to her. She gave me a small, understanding smile that made my heart race.
I followed Sakkar to deal with the latest crisis, but my thoughts kept drifting back to the breathtaking redhead at the bar. A powerful urge to return to her side gripped me.
Who was she? I needed to find out. The night was still young. Perhaps she would still be there when I finished. I quickened my pace, suddenly desperate to resolve this disruption and return to the bar.
But when I returned, she was gone, and no one had any idea who she was.
