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But she did. Noah could see it in her eyes. “Really? Do you want to tell Violet about her parents’ $5 million life insurance policy that was to be used for the sisters’ expenses, including college tuition, the same life insurance money you’ve been using for yourself?”

The color drained from Rosalie’s cheeks. “How did you know about that?”

Gotcha, Noah thought. “We have friends in the right places.” He smiled. “Expect to hear from Violet’s lawyer.”

Rosalie spun on her heel and rushed to her car.

“That felt good.” Violet glanced at Noah.

“It did, didn’t it?” He opened the door to the SUV and helped her into the backseat, then joined her.

“Cami could have used that money while she was in college, but I don’t need it.”

“Would you like to go to medical school one day?”

“Perhaps. If I did, Fortress would take care of the bill.”

“You might set up a scholarship in your sister’s name,” Grant suggested as he put the SUV in motion.

“Or set the money aside for your children’s education,” Rayne added.

“Where are we going?” Grant asked Noah.

“We’re meeting Brent at the hotel for dinner. If Rayne and Violet are up to it, we can fly home this evening.”

Violet leaned her head against Noah’s shoulder. “Good plan. What’s on the schedule for tomorrow?”

He glanced down at her. “Rest for you and Rayne.”

“Think we can get our marriage license?”

Noah froze. “Are you serious?”

“Why not? I’ll be laid up for a while. Might as well enjoy the time I have off. I can’t think of anything better than spending those days and nights with you. The only thing I want is to have the rest of our teammates stand up for us at the wedding.”

“I’ll send Seth a message. We’ll get married as soon as Echo and Artemis return to the states.” Noah cupped her cheek with his palm. “Are you sure you don’t want a big splashy wedding?”

She grimaced. “No, thank you. I just want your ring on my finger and a few pictures to prove to our kids that we got married. I also want our pastor to do the ceremony.”

His heart turned over in his chest. “Then that’s what we’ll do. I’ll get the ball rolling while we’re on the jet.”

CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN

FOUR DAYS LATER, Violet entered the back of the church auditorium on Brent Maddox’s arm. Her white gown sparkled in the afternoon light as she walked up the aisle to Noah, who stood with his teammates lined up beside him.

Her own teammates waited for her at the end of the aisle, each woman carrying a small bouquet of red roses.

Friends and coworkers from Fortress Security and their families filled the church, along with Noah’s sprawling clan. Violet glanced at Brent. “I didn’t think we’d have so many people here,” she whispered.

“Word spread quickly, and everyone wanted to wish you well, especially after the week you’ve had.” Brent stopped in front of Noah. “Take good care of her, or you’ll answer to me.”

Laughter filled the auditorium as Brent laid Violet’s hand on Noah’s.

This was perfect. Violet grinned at her soon-to-be husband. Laughter and love should be the foundation of their marriage.

Her only regret was that Cami had missed out on this event. Camilla would have been ecstatic to know Violet was marrying the man who held her heart.

Noah raised her hand to his lips and kissed her knuckles. “Thank you for trusting me with your heart, Violet. I’ll cherish you for all time.”

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