I DO, BUT HERE'S THE CATCH

by Pamela Burford

  A husband.

  "Who just came in?" Sunny asked, as her pulse skittered.

  Grant turned to Hunter. "They didn't tell her?"

  "I believe they're counting on the element of surprise," Hunter said.

  "Who?" Sunny demanded, craning her neck without success.

  "The Wedding Ring has made its decision," Charli said. "We've chosen a prospective husband for you."

  Sunny emitted a squeak of nervous excitement. "Remember," Raven said. "You're required to give him three months, if he's interested."

  "I know the rules," Sunny muttered. "Now, show me my man!"

  Her friends swung her around and pointed to a late-comer who hadn't been at the church. He stood in the ballroom's open doorway, scanning the crowd.

  A strangled gasp lodged in Sunny's throat. Her heart did the Mexican hat dance as she struggled for air. It was a good thing Raven and Amanda were still holding on to her.

  What the hell is he doing here!

  "Oh no you don't!" Sunny said. "Not him. No way!"

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