“Because this time we’re all in.” He searched her eyes, his entire being focused on her. “I know I am.”
His palms swept up her forearm to her shoulders then her neck. His thumb caressed her jawline and her entire body buzzed with anticipation. It was happening. A once-farfetched reality was at her fingertips. And she had no idea what to say.
“I’m in love with you, Mrs. Ibarra. I can’t see my life without you.” He kissed her lips gently, and then his gaze melted her little by little, promising her the world. And knowing Felix, he wouldn’t stop until she had just that. “Please stay.”
“It won’t be easy.” The sting of tears pinched at her cheeks.
“It never is with us. We’re fighters though. I think that’s why I love you so much, my wife.” He kissed her again, a long lazy kiss that made her forget where she was.
He reached for the ring, held it between his thumb and index finger, and smiled. He slipped the band on her ring finger and kissed the top of her hand.
He swept her up into his arms and carried her toward his bedroom. His kisses were heaven and felt like home. “I’ve always loved you, my husband.”
Acknowledgments
Thank you to Crimson Romance and Tara Gelsomino for being such an awesome publisher! You are a fun and accomplished group of people who make the process enjoyable every step of the way. Thank you for continuing to let me be a part of your business. The lively and professional environment you’ve cultivated is one of which I’m proud to be a part. And, Stephanie Riva, thank you for your eagle eyes during copy edits (you definitely are our shark as Julie puts it)!
To my editor, Julie Sturgeon, thank you times a billion. This is, by far, the most fun I’ve had reading your edits, and, ya know, working on the story as a whole. There are so many emojis I’d like to put here, but I’ll use my words. I cannot believe this is the SEVENTH project we’ve worked on together. Here’s to beating the record—we can do it! I’ve enjoyed every last minute—even the hard ones when you say that there needs to be a motivation attached to an emotion or argument, but especially the ones when you say that I satisfied your smart-ass soul.
Jami Wagner, remember that time I was almost done with the first draft of a manuscript and you came over for dinner and we brainstormed about what the heck was happening in the plot and what in the world my heroine stole and I told you this convoluted story with my hands flying every which direction and you looked at me like I was a ball of crazy and helped me sort through the jumble? Yeah, me too. Thanks for keeping me on task, being a friend, motivator, and all-around cool person.
To my first friend in the publishing industry, Mary Billiter, thank you for being a part of my support system (for more than writing) and your encouragement.
To my unfailingly supportive family, thank you for championing me. I appreciate you more than I’ll ever be able to express. And, Dad, thank you for being my go-to gun expert.
Hola to all my Wednesday night writing mates: our lively discussions, laughter, and friendships go a long way!
Thank you to my friends, family, and readers who have and continue to support my dreams. You inspire me every day and are appreciated!
About the Author
Dana Volney lets her imagination roam free in Wyoming, where she writes romances and helps local businesses succeed with her marketing consulting company. Surrounding herself with good friends and family, and boating on the lake whenever she can, she thrives on moments and memories created with loved ones, especially on sun-filled days. That’s when Wyoming’s charm really sinks in. Dana is bold, adventurous, and—by her own admission—good with plants, having kept a coral cactus alive for more than one year.
Copyright © 2016 by Dana Volney.
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