I learn that Kane has a good sense of humor and an unending zest for life. His fingers slide over mine a few times, demanding my attention.
We connect eyes and share smiles, and it feels as if we’ve been friends for a while when we leave.
We’re flying at a cruising altitude an hour later, heading south. It’s only the three of us, the moon and the starry night surrounding us.
We land around ten at night.
A yacht deposits us on a tropical island an hour later.
Lights are scattered across the land, outlining the path to a royally lit house.
I stall for a moment, taking in the beautiful view.
Palms sway in the breeze, and colorful flowers are everywhere.
“Jaden...” I murmur, looking at him.
I see my happiness reflected in his eyes.
“What is this?”
Mouth agape, I swing my eyes from one man to the other. Kane’s eyes flash a grin.
Jaden loops his arm around my shoulders.
“This is my present for you, baby,” he murmurs in my ear.
“An island?” I murmur, grappling with disbelief.
He nods.
“Yes. This is our future home.”
We lock eyes, mine blurry with tears.
“Seriously?”
“Yes.”
I stare at him for a few more seconds before I wind my arms around his neck.
“I love you with all my heart. I can’t wait to be yours,” I say, hugging him tightly.
“This is the best ‘yes’ I’ve ever heard,” Kane murmurs. “I definitely want someone like her,” he says, and we all start laughing.
17
SENNA
Fall,Wyoming
Filled with jitters,I walk into the ballroom. The sight leaves me breathless the moment I step in.
Floral arrangements, candles, tables dressed in smooth linens, sparkling flatware, and vases fill my sight.
“Senna?”
I pivot, falling in Isabel’s arms.