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I pull my head back but continue rubbing her clit with my fingers as I tell her, “Yes, you can, and you will, angel,” I give her an evil grin, “I’m going to eat you until I’m finished, and I’m not finished yet.”

I make her come several more times until her body is shaking and she tells me she’s dizzy. I stand and instruct her to get onto her hands and knees. I take her from behind, which allows me to stay standing and protects my ribs as much as I can. I’m in so much pleasure, but every now and again, I’ll get a stabbing pain in my chest. I adjust as much as I can to avoid it, and I reach underneath Heather to rub her clit. When she comes, I let myself go, and I’m grateful for the release.

We head to the shower together, and I wash Heather the way I usually do, kneeling stiffly to wash her legs. I resist the urge to eat her out while I’m down here because my ribs are hurting. After I stand up again, I hold her close to me and kiss her passionately as we stand under the hot spray. After we’re finished, we head back to bed and fall into an exhausted sleep.

26

Super Fun Happy Party Time

“I’m here. The party can begin,” Sebastian announces as he walks into our living room.

We all laugh as he takes a seat in an armchair. It’s Friday night, and the interview with Carol Sampson is airing tonight, so our friends have come to our house to spend the evening with us. The guys were in New York for interviews, and even Ally flew back to Chicago with Hayden to spend the weekend here and be with us tonight.

We were sent a copy of the interview from the producers earlier today. Heather and I watched it together, both crying occasionally, but neither of us has any regrets about doing it. The plan tonight is to have some drinks, enjoy good company, and ignore the internet’s opinion on our interview.

I’m stretched out on the chaise and Heather is next to me. It’s where I’ve spent most of my time while recovering. Ariana is next to Heather, with Gabriel next to her. Hayden is sitting on the other armchair, with Ally on his lap.

Ally looks at Heather and asks, “So, how is wedding preparation coming along?”

“I won’t lie; I’m freaking out,” she admits, and I give her a squeeze for comfort. “I wasn’t able to get anything done in the lead up to the interview because Harrison was in the hospital and we were busy. I’ve been reaching out to vendors in the last couple of days, but the ones that have gotten back to me are unable to help on such short notice.”

We’ve discussed it, and if we have to do a courthouse wedding, we will. I know that, deep down, Heather doesn’t want that, though.

“Need my help?” Ally asks.

“Seriously?” Heather gasps.

“Uh, yeah. Coordinating events is basically my day job, and I have favors I can pull in if I need to,” Ally shrugs.

“Holy shit. Yes. Yes, a million times, yes,” Heather laughs. “I didn’t know how stressed I was about it until two seconds ago.”

“Happy to help. Any particular venue you’ve got in mind?”

Heather shakes her head. “Honestly, anywhere that can get us in at this point. That’s what I’m most stressed about, because our guest list is huge, and literally all the wedding venues in Chicago who can hold that many people have told me there’s nothing they can do for me.” She sighs. “I should never have canceled anything.”

I lean over and kiss her softly, hating the regret in her voice. “You didn’t know, angel. It was the right thing at the time, and it’s a good problem to have.”

“You’re right. We can rent a school gymnasium or something if it comes down to it. All that matters is that we get married.” She smiles at me.

“Honestly? Give me a chance and I will turn any school gymnasium into the venue of your dreams, I promise,” Ally assures her.

Sebastian says slowly, “Sure, youcouldrent a school gymnasium if you want to. Or, you could just have your wedding at Galena, if you want to.”

Heather and I both whip our heads around to look at him. My mouth drops open, and I look at Heather, who looks as stunned as I feel.

“Seb, that would be perfect,” Heather breathes as she turns to look at him again.

“I know. That’s why I suggested it,” he laughs.

“Oh my god, that gazebo by the lake would bethemost perfect place for the ceremony,” Ariana says.

“Yes!” Ally agrees.

The discussions about our wedding plans continue, and I smile as I softly stroke Heather’s arm. Everything is falling into place for us, and it feels like it’s meant to be. Ally talks more about what she can easily get organized for us, seeming completely unfazed by putting this together in five weeks.

After they’ve finished discussing decorations and food, Gabriel says to Sebastian and Hayden, “Do we have to get matching tuxedos to wear?”

“A bit presumptuous, assuming you’ll be groomsmen, don’t you think?” I raise an eyebrow at him.

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