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“I’m sure you’re right. Things are back on track. We made it through our first disagreement. The makeup sex was amazing. I’m thinking about making him mad more often just so we can do that again.” I fan myself as if I’m hot.

“That good, huh? I think Damon and I have had enough drama for a lifetime. I’m just going to enjoy the peace and tranquility we have right now.”

“I can understand. Let me see that ring again. I didn’t get to ogle it at dinner the other night.” She places her left hand in front of me. “How do you lug that stone around all day long? It must weigh a ton,” I tease.

“It is huge, isn’t it?” She looks down at her ring and smiles. I can tell she is blissfully happy. “I get my cast off on Wednesday. Yay!”

“Finally. That will make lugging this around much easier. So, did he get down on one knee and all that?” I ask. “I want all the dirty details.”

“Yes, he did the whole down on one knee thing, champagne, flowers, and beautiful music.” She raises her hand for a high five. “Hawaii was wonderful. It was peaceful and relaxing. We spent a week focused completely on us. I’d highly recommend that.”

“I have no idea how you guys figured it all out in four months, especially after having to overcome so many hurdles along the way.”

“I guess it just came down to the fact that we both loved each other and knew there would be no one else for either of us.”

“That’s what scares me, Kat. I think Anthony is the one. Having said that, I don’t have a relationship track record I can compare anything to.”

“Why’s it scary? You should be full of joy, knowing you feel the same way about each other. He loves you, Em. He called today and is having us set up a prom night at Ahz just for you.”

“He didn’t!”

“Yes, he did. He said that, for whatever reason, you missed your prom, and he wants to make sure you experience it. We scheduled it for next month. It’s a great idea, and I think you are going to have a great time marketing it.”

“Why would I be marketing it? That job belongs to Trevor, and you, for that matter.” Her face breaks into a goofy grin.

“You didn’t hear it from me, but I think they have transferred you to Ahz. I got a memo this morning. It said you were the new PR person. You will work out of my office until they set one up for you. That should take a day or two. He’s listening to you, Em. He hears you. He loves you.”

A tear falls from my eye and runs down my cheek. I swipe it off my face and take a long swig of my drink.

“I don’t know why I’m crying. I’ve been a mess lately. I’m happy for you, Kat. I’m happy for me, too. Anthony is a wonderful man.”

We eat our lunch and drink another margarita. By the time the check comes, we are both too tipsy to drive. I pull out my phone and text Anthony.

Hey, you sexy, young thing, your lush of a girlfriend has had too much to drink. Can you pick me up? Kat too?

Where are you? Damon and I are at Ahz. We’ll both come and fetch our women.

We are at Amigos on Sunset Blvd. Thanks, baby, I owe you.

I intend to collect. See you in twenty. Love you, babe! <3

You made me a heart. How sweet. You must love me.

You have no idea. We’re on our way.

“Damon and Anthony are on their way. We have time for another margarita before they get here.” I order two more drinks and ask for the updated check.

CHAPTER ELEVEN

Just as I drain the last bit of margarita from my glass, our men approach. Anthony leans in to kiss me before he plops down beside me.

“Your white knights have come to the rescue,” Damon says. “Are you girls ready to go?” His eyes are on Kat as he asks the question. The love he feels for her shows in everything from his soft touch to the look in his eyes.

“Yep,” I say. “I have to take this man home and have my way with him. He’s an expensive chauffeur and will want payment in flesh right away,” I slur.

“Well, you heard the lady,” Anthony says. “She wants me. What can I say?” he laughs. “See you soon, Damon. Katarina. I better get my girl home.”

Anthony helps me out of the booth and guides me to his car. He walks me to the passenger seat, helps me in, and buckles me up.

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