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“Maybe. But doesn’t most women base their wedding plans on their own emotions?”
“Most women do. After all, it is a union between two people in love done publicly.”
“There’s more to it than meets the eye. And there is nothing more I could wish for than for you to realize that not all couples who are in love marry. And not everyone who marries understands the essence of true love.”
With that, he left her cottage leaving her baffled at his words. He was trying to send across a message, but what could it be?
Chapter Four
Marly woke up to the buzzing of her cell phone. With eyes half closed, she hastily reached for it on the top of the side table to turn off the alarm but with little success. She grunted and pushed herself upward to pick it up.
It was already nine in the morning and the sun was gleaming outside her window. What a waste. Here she was, in a magnificent place with a jaw-dropping scenery, yet she lacked the motivation to explore it. She spent almost the entire night drafting down her proposal for the wedding based on his odd conversation with Rick.
There was a soft knock on the door which stopped her from getting a few more minutes of sleep. She stood up and put on a robe over her nightgown to check who had wanted her presence this early. Clad in his white long-sleeve shirt, tight jeans and a pair of boots, Rick stood outside her door.
You’ve got to be kidding me. Why was he so freaking early?
“Hi!” She poked her head through the door. “Can you give me thirty minutes to change? I’m not ready yet...”
His smile broadened upon seeing her bare face and slightly messy hair. Too embarrassed at the moment, she bit her lip while awaiting his reply.
“Sure. I’ll have a valet pick you up by 9:30.”
He mounted the cart parked outside and drove it himself. She watched as he disappeared through the trees after he turned right. She let out a sigh of relief. Then she realized she only had less than thirty minutes to prepare.
Marly ran toward the bathroom to take a shower. In her attempts to move as quickly as possible she forgot to adjust the heater and screeched as super cold water flushed her skin. She leaped out of the shower and nearly slipped on the slippery tiled floor. Cursing herself, she decided to just rinse her hair with shampoo and water. A warm tub later before going to sleep would be a better option she thought.
After she was finished freshening up, she put on a loose sleeveless top, jeans and a hi-cut sneakers.
The valet was right on time. She boarded the cart that brought her to another part of the ranch. He dropped her in front of a huge, modern house, which was mostly made out of concrete and glass. She figured it was Maverick’s house within the guest ranch. The interior had a minimalist touch and was filled with stylish and expensive furniture.
“You look lovely,” Rick commented as he appeared out of nowhere.
“Thank you.” She smiled tying her damp hair behind her back. The feel of fresh air breezing through her scalp was very soothing.
“If you fancy decent cooking, then you are more than welcome to join me for breakfast.”
She followed him to the dining area which was not fit for a huge crowd. The table and chairs could only sit ten people.
“You cook your own meals?” She asked looking at the eggs, bacon and fresh fruits on her plate.
“No, I seldom do.” He said as he took a large bite out of his omelet. “Did you sleep well?”
“I slept late, but it was more than comfortable.”
“I see. So you’re not a morning person then?”
“Actually, I am. I figured since I’m not in New York City, why not sleep in late and wake up late.” Then she laughed while remembering her little episode in the bathroom.
He dropped his fork on the plate and leaned against his chair, giving her a stare that made her uncomfortable once again. She shoved down another bite in a hurry and drank her juice. Why couldn’t he be just a normal, easy-to-talk-to guy? Why did he have to be so seductive? After all, he was getting married any day now.
“Since yesterday, I have been wondering why you’re still single?”
Marly felt her hands went cold. She should be freaking out of the house by now, but she actually felt the opposite. The interest he had over her personal life, her romantic relationships to be exact, was making her reciprocate the same interest toward him.
“A rare find is definitely for keeps.”
“We should be talking about planning your wedding, Mr. Lane. I’d like to lay down the details so we I can call on my team to start working on the area where the wedding will be held.”
