I looked over at Christian and Nathan, who watched us on their patios. Nathan was holding up his phone, and I knew damn well he was recording this.
“If it makes you feel any better, I reserved the date with Gwen.”
“Who the hell is Gwen?!” she shouted.
“The cake lady. You know she makes the best cakes.”
CHAPTER 2
Charlotte
I was livid with him. How the hell did he think we would pull off the perfect wedding in less than three months? Especially with our jobs.
“Can you please just calm down for a minute?” he asked. “Please, Charlotte.” He cautiously walked towards me. “I love you too damn much to wait a year to make you my wife. When I went with Jackson to the hotel so he could pay the final balance for his reception, I casually asked what dates they had available. Mr. Russo said they had just had a cancellation that day for September 2nd. I didn’t even think twice about it, babe. And you know why? Because you are the most important person in my life. I love our relationship and living together, but I want you to become Mrs. Charlotte Roman-Kind as soon as possible. I want to call you my wife.” He slowly extended his hand to me. I inhaled a sharp breath and reluctantly placed my hand in his. “We got this, babe. You and me. I’m all in with this wedding stuff. In fact, I’ll take over the entire planning.” A smile fell upon his lips. “The last thing I want is for you to stress out over what’s supposed to be the happiest day of our lives. It’s only stressful if you let it be, and I won’t let you do it alone. Nope.” He shook his head. “It’s you and me against the world, babe. As I said, we got this, and no obstacle or hurdle will stop us from planning our perfect wedding in three months. I love you, babe.”
“I love you too, Conner, but I’m still mad at you.”
He let go of my hand, wrapped his arms around me, and hugged me tight.
“Woohoo!” Nathan and Christian shouted as they clapped.
“Think of it as an adventure.”
“I hope we don’t kill each other on our ‘adventure.’” I smirked as I broke our embrace.
“If that happens, at least we’ll go together.” He grinned as he hooked his arm around me, and we headed back to the house.
“Glad to see you didn’t kill him, Charlotte,” Christian shouted.
“Yeah. I’m happy I still have three brothers.” Nathan smiled.
“I can’t make any promises. I still might end up killing him before the wedding.”
I heard the ringing of my phone when we stepped inside the house. Grabbing it from the island, I saw Georgia was Facetiming me.
“Hey, you.” I smiled. “I’m happy to see you two made it to Greece.”
“Georgia sunshine.” Conner grinned. “Where’s my brother?”
“He’s in the bathroom. Are you okay?” A smirk crossed her lips. “Nathan sent us the video.”
“Of course, that douchebag did,” Conner spoke. “I’m fine.”
“I wasn’t asking you, Conner.” She laughed.
“Can you please go away so I can talk to my future sister-in-law?” I arched my brow at him.
“Fine. I’m going over to Nathan’s to kick his ass.” He shook his head as he walked out the sliding door.
“Can you believe he did that?” I sat on the stool at the island.
“You have no idea how badly I wanted to tell you, but I couldn’t.”
“I know. Don’t sweat it. I’m fine. Conner is Conner, and I love him, flawed and all.”
Georgia laughed. “I sent the guest list with the addresses to your email. I know you need them right now.”
“Thank you. I appreciate it. Will you do me the honor of being one of my bridesmaids?”
“You know I will.” A grin crossed her lips.
The sliding door opened, and Jenni walked in.
“Oh, is that Georgia?” she asked. “Hi, Georgia! I hope you’re honeymooning it up!”
“We are. I’ll let you go. Jackson just emerged from the bathroom, and we’re going to grab something to eat and see the sights of Greece. I love you girls, and I’ll Facetime you later.”
“Bye, Georgia,” Jenni and I spoke.
“You have no idea how badly I wanted to run down the beach and cheer you on, but Shaun wouldn’t let me.”
“I appreciate it.” I laughed.
“Anyway, there’s something I have to show you.” She set her sketchpad on the island.
“Is that what I think it is?” The corners of my mouth curved upward.
“It is.” She grinned as she opened it, and I saw beautiful sketches of a wedding dress.
“Oh my gosh, Jenni. It’s gorgeous.”
“I already had it designed a few months ago. I also have Sofia’s and Charleigh’s dresses designed if those stupid boys will ever pop the question.”
“How did you know that’s exactly what I envisioned?” I asked.
“Well, I know you, and it’s what I do. I know what will and won’t look right on you.”
“Have I ever told you that you are the most talented person I have ever met?” I smiled as I hugged her.
“Maybe a few times.” She laughed. “Also.” She flipped the page of her sketchbook. “What do you think?”
“Oh my gosh. I love that design.”
“The over-the-shoulder train is removable, and we can rip it off after the ceremony.” She grinned.
“It’s so elegant. Yes. I want that for my beautiful bridesmaids.” I smiled. “And I love the color blush.”
“Perfect color for September. Oh my God, I’m going to look like a beached whale wearing this.” She bit her bottom lip. “I better make sure I order extra fabric.”
“You are going to glow and look stunning in that dress.”
“Feel a little better now that you have your dress and the bridesmaid dresses picked out?” she asked.
“I do. Thank you, Jenni.” I hugged her.
“You know I always have your back, sister. I have to go. We’ll talk later.”
“Okay.” I smiled as she walked out the sliding door.
I grabbed the bottle of wine and poured some into a glass. The sliding door opened, and Conner walked in.
“Is Nathan still alive?” I smirked.
“Barely.” The corners of his mouth curved upward as he walked over and kissed my lips. “I assume Jenni was here to discuss your wedding dress?” He opened the refrigerator and grabbed a beer.
“Yes. She already has it designed.”
“And?” His brow arched.
“It’s beautiful.” I smiled. “She also showed me a beautiful design for the bridesmaid dresses.”
“See.” He wrapped his arm around my waist. “Everything is already starting to come together. The universe is on our side, baby. Now tell me you love me and will be mine forever.”
“I love you, and I’ll be yours forever.” The corners of my mouth curved upward.
“Now give me those sweet lips.” He leaned in and smashed his mouth against mine.