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Hunter stares at me. It’s as if he’s trying to read my mind. “I...uh...”
“It’s fine. This doesn’t have to be anything,” I quickly say, needing to deflect from my feelings.
Silence fills the room.
“I think I’ll leave you two to talk,” May interjects, heading down the hallway.
I wish I could run away as easily.
“So you want to have the talk?”
“No.” My short response causes him to jerk back slightly.
“Little Red, we were always going to be more. I love you, Little Red.” He reaches into his pocket and pulls out a little red velvet box.
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My heart pounds against my chest, and I suck in a sharp breath. I’m sure Hunter can hear it. “Are you serious, or is this just a ploy for your family?”
“I’m being serious, Little Red. I want to marry you.”
Did Landon talk to him?
He pulls open the red box and drops to one knee. My hands fly to my mouth when the sparkly jewel shines back at me—a light pink princess-cut stone with a golden band. It’s perfection and very much me.
“Is that a pink diamond?”
His grin is infectious, and I can’t help but smile back. “Of course. Only the best for you.”
“When did you have a chance to get this?” He’s been here most of the time.
“I’ve had it chosen from the moment I brought you back here. I’ve wanted you since I laid eyes on you in the photo Nash gave me.”
“Really?” I ask breathlessly.
“Really.” He laughs. “Are you going to give me an answer or keep me on my knee a little longer?”
I laugh. This is really happening. I’m not dreaming.
Without hesitation, I answer, “Yes, I’ll marry you.”
Hunter takes the ring from the box and slides it onto my slender finger. It fits perfectly. I lean down, pressing my mouth to his. The fire between us ignites, and Hunter stands, backing me toward the wall. Our mouths claim each other, and I revel in the taste and savor this moment. I want him to take me back to my room and claim my body. I yearn for his touch in all the right places.
He pulls back, our breaths heavy. “We can celebrate once we deal with my family.” He presses his lips to mine once more before stepping back.
“Okay, and when we get back, I’ve got something to tell you.”
His eyebrows pull down. “What?”
“You’ll just have to wait and see.” I shrug nonchalantly and walk away to finish getting ready.
When I get in my room, I squeal quietly.
“What’s going on?” May comes out of the bathroom.
I jump. “What the hell? I didn’t know you were in here.”
“I knew we’d need to finish getting you ready.” Her gaze drops to my left hand, and a brilliant, wide smile spreads across her face. “Oh, he asked you.” She swoons and rushes over to inspect the ring.
