of baby’s breath. I think they’re fake until the soft perfume of the roses floods my nose.
“Wow, those are…”
“Perfect for a beautiful bride.”
Music sounds from behind the doors.
“You ready?” She gives me one last bit of primping, combing my loose curls down my back and tugging on my dress until it’s how she wants it.
“I’m ready.”
Her face practically beams with the huge smile on her face. I don’t get why she’s so excited. We’re total strangers, but the moment she opens the door to the chapel, I understand.
Forest, Sara, and Paul rise, as do Skye, Ash, and even little Zach. In front of them, Piper and Bent turn as one. Piper clasps her hands to her chest, and I swear there’s a tear trickling down her face. Mitzy, Noodles, and Holly are in the front pew. There are only three rows in the teeny-tiny chapel. Spike stands all the way to the front, looking even more nervous than I feel.
“What?” I stare at my friends, overwhelmed and filled with the most intense joy. “I can’t believe…” Tears fill my eyes as I take in the family who took me in after my mother’s death. I came to them a stranger, and somehow found myself a part of their unique family. There’s only one person missing. I sniff as tears fill my face.
A throat clears behind me, and I spin.
“I think it’s customary for the father to walk the bride down the aisle.”
Bash stands behind me in a dark suit. I don’t think I’ve ever seen him in anything other than jeans and a T-shirt. It looks totally wrong on him, and yet totally perfect.
“You’re here.” I spin back around. “You’re all here.”
I can’t help it. Tears blind me, spilling joy and love as they trickle down my cheeks. Bash steps to my side and pulls out a handkerchief from his suit pocket. He hands it to me, and I dab at my eyes. I’m overwhelmed, but then I laugh.
I laugh with happiness. I laugh with love. I laugh for the best wedding a girl could ever wish for, and I’m glad to have Bash by my side.
The music plays, and he walks me down the aisle. All I can say is someone had better record this because I float on cloud nine. Words are said. Rings are exchanged. Spike kisses me. It’s the first time we’ve openly embraced, openly kissed, in front of our family. Bash holds himself stiffly, but he doesn’t interfere.
There are pictures, laughter, and lots and lots of hugs. They celebrate us in a shower of bubbles and non-alcoholic champagne. Then it’s just me and Spike inside the limo. The door shuts, and we’re alone.
Spike cups the side of my face and kisses away my tears.
“Until the very last beat of my heart and beyond, I love you, today, tomorrow, and forever.” He leans in and shows me exactly what that means.
I think we’re headed back to the penthouse, but the limo takes us to the airport, where we board a private plane. For the next month, we disappear from the world, just me and the man I love.
When we return, I have a surprise for everyone.
Another heart beats within me.
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The One I Want Series
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Saving Ariel
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Saving Cate
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The Angel Fire Rock Romance Series
each book in this series can be read as a standalone and is about a different couple with an HEA. It is recommended they are read in order.
Ashes to New (prequel)
Heart’s Insanity (book 1)
Heart’s Desire (book 2)
Heart’s Collide (book 3)
Hearts Divided (book 4)
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Dedication
This book is dedicated to you, my reader. Thank you for spending a few hours of your time with me. I wouldn’t be able to write without you to cheer me on. Your wonderful words, your support, and your willingness to join me on this journey is a gift beyond measure.
Whether this is the first book of mine you’ve read, or if you’ve been with me since the very beginning, thank you for believing in me as I bring these characters ‘from my mind to the page and into your hearts.’
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Books by Jet Masters
If you enjoyed this book by Ellie Masters, the LIGHTER SIDE of the Jet & Ellie writing duo, and aren’t afraid of edgier writing, you might enjoy reading BDSM themed books written by Jet, the DARKER SIDE of the Masters’ Writing Team.
The DARKER SIDE
Jet Masters is the darker side of the Jet & Ellie writing duo!
Romantic Suspense
Changing Roles Series:
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Book 1: Command Me
Book 2: Control Me
Book 3: Collar Me
Book 4: Embracing FATE
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Down the Rabbit Hole
Light BDSM Romance
The Ties that Bind
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Alexa
Penny
Michelle
Ivy
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Becoming His Series
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Book 1: The Ballet
Book 2: Learning to Breathe
Book 3: Becoming His
Dark Captive Romance
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She’s MINE
THE END