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The second Luke escorted Sarah’s mother toward the supply trailer, Kate dragged Allie aside. “You didn’t tell me you finally snagged the guy! You’ve been holding out on me!”
Allie released a laugh, glancing toward Luke and finding his gaze on them. “It’s still new. Who knows how long it will last.”
Kate shook her head. “The way he’s looking at you? There’s zero chance this won’t work out exactly the way you’ve wanted it to since you were younger.” Her quiet squeal made Allie laugh again.
“Thanks for the vote of confidence. But do me a favor and don’t jinx us.”
Kate snickered. “There’s no jinxing true love, and girl? You guys have it.” She released Allie and headed toward the trailer.
Despite Kate’s words and Luke’s grin, Allie couldn’t shake the feeling that something might still go wrong. She’d just have to work extra hard to talk herself out of the dismal thoughts. It was like they all said—everything would turn out. She just needed to enjoy it.
Allie returned Luke’s smile, flutters exploding in her chest when he winked at her like she was the only important thing in the world.
CHAPTERFOURTEEN
The whole housewas decorated just like Luke remembered from his childhood. When they were kids, his mother had gone all out with table centerpieces, place settings, and special glasses.
He picked up one of the wine glasses and smirked at Pippa who had entered the dining room just to put the bowl of mashed potatoes on the table. “I can’t believe they still have these. I would have thought Mom sold it all when she gave Brent the house.”
Pippa shrugged. “I guess Brent is more of a sap than we thought he was.”
She flitted out of the room but then materialized again just as quickly. “Allie’s coming tonight.”
He gave her a funny look. “I know.”
“I don’t want you to make anything weird.”
“Why would I do that?”
Pippa glanced over her shoulder as if she were keeping a big secret. “I know what happened between you.”
Luke wasn’t sure what she was referring to, but there was one thing he knew this wasn’t about. They hadn’t told anyone they were officially dating. The only people who might have noticed were at the farmer’s market when they were setting up. He was planning on giving his family a head’s up before Allie showed up.
His sister moved closer toward him and her voice lowered. “She told me she kissed you.”
He bit back a smile. The way his sister was talking she was making it sound so much more scandalous than it really was. “What did she say?” He asked in a whisper. There wasn’t any harm playing along.
Pippa shot him an annoyed look. “After what I told you, I figured you’d play it cool. I don’t want this to become something weird when she gets here. She’s my friend and I invited her. If you’re not interested just make sure—”
“You know, that’s kinda funny.”
She clamped her mouth shut but only for a moment. “What’s funny?”
“I invited her, too.”
Now the confusion nearly made him break character. It took everything in him to keep a straight face. “As my girlfriend.”
For a second, Pippa looked as though she’d been put on pause. She didn’t move, didn’t even blink. Then she sucked in a deep breath and her eyes widened. “Your… what? Luke! Why didn’t you tell me? You know I was sorta the one pushing you together.”
He chuckled this time. “I guess I figured she’d be the one to tell you first.”
“She hasn’t told me anything.” The accusation in her tone almost made him worry he’d spilled the beans too soon. But he shook it off.
“I wanted to tell you because I don’t want you making a big deal about it when she shows up. I fully intend on sitting by her and holding her hand. Is that going to be a problem?”
Pippa laughed and jumped. “What? Of course not! I can’t believe you are finally giving her a chance. She’s perfect for you.”
Inside he felt the same. There were always kinks in the beginning to have to be worked out, but he had faith that would happen without too many problems. It wasn’t like they were complete strangers. They knew each other and he loved her.
