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“Our wedding night. We have some making up to do for this past week. I plan to fuck you until you pass out.”

My belly clenched and I was sure my expensive Boudoir Fashion panties were dampening.

"Don’t say that," I croaked, feeling the tension build.

“Why not? It’s true. I can’t wait to get you alone,” Oliver replied, his voice low and full of promise.

“You could’ve had me yesterday morning,” I reminded him, my tone playful.

“Nope. I was keeping my side of the bargain even if you wanted to break it,” he said with a chuckle.

I heard a knock on the door and sighed. “I have to go, Oliver. I love you,” I said reluctantly, ending the call.

“Come in,” I called out, turning toward the door.

Sadie walked in, her expression softening as she checked on Teagan. “She’s still asleep? I need to wake and breastfeed her before I leave,” she explained.

“I wish she was old enough to be my flower girl,” I said wistfully, watching the peaceful baby.

“She probably will be old enough by the time Finley and I get married,” Sadie replied with a hopeful smile.

“Any movement on that?” I asked, curious about their plans.

“He’s so busy I’m surprised he took off for your wedding,” she said, a hint of frustration in her voice.

“But at least he’s home with you,” I pointed out, trying to find the silver lining.

“Not for long. He has a slew of projects coming up that he needs to be in the office to handle. I’m thankful for Oliver helping, but it’s making Finley twice as busy,” she admitted, her worry clear.

“That’s a good thing. You guys are stable now,” I said, trying to reassure her.

She frowned, and I knew I had put my foot in my mouth. “What do you mean?” she asked, her tone sharp.

“I just mean his company has a steady stream of clients and more money coming in,” I clarified, hoping to ease the tension.

“What do you know?” she pressed, suspicion in her eyes.

“Christ, Sadie, stop giving me the third degree. Nothing is wrong,” I snapped, feeling cornered.

"But there was something wrong, wasn’t there? Oliver didn’t just give Finley money to help with expansion, did he?” Sadie's voice was tense, her eyes boring into mine.

“You have to promise not to say anything to my brother. He would kill me if he knew I told you,” I said, lowering my voice and glancing towards the door as if Finley might walk in at any moment.

“I promise,” she replied, her expression serious.

I took a deep breath before continuing. “Finley was having some financial issues. He overextended himself and was thinking about selling this apartment.”

A worried look crossed her pretty face, and creases formed in her forehead. “Was he going bankrupt?” she asked, her voice trembling slightly.

“No, not that bad. He had money coming in but not until after he finished the projects he was working on. He hired more employees to get those projects and upcoming ones finished, but his bank account was lean. Oliver made an investment to help,” I explained.

“Are we okay?” Sadie asked, her eyes searching mine for reassurance.

“More than fine. When news got out that Oliver was involved with Finley, the clients rolled in. Finley changed the deposit structure, so everything is great,” I said with a smile.

“I would’ve been okay if we had to move. I know Finley’s company means everything to him,” she said, her voice softening.

“You and Teagan mean more. He would do anything for you,” I assured her, reaching out to squeeze her hand.

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