Page 291 of The First Time
"That's weird."
"And I'm not."
"You're a control freak."
"True."
"I, um… with the wedding, we need to make sure we find a way to agree on things. Compromise is the key to any healthy relationship. Even a fake one."
His lips spread into a full-blown smile. Then, I can't believe it. He laughs. His entire face lights up. His eyes are bright. He's always been attractive as all hell, but that laugh, those bright eyes.
Somehow, he's even more gorgeous when he smiles.
"Noted," he says.
"Who are we inviting?"
"My family. Your family."
"That's it?"
His expression softens. He moves closer. "You object?"
"No. That's perfect. I just expected a big show from you after last time."
"This is for Meryl, not for anyone else."
It's sweet, really. A big fat lie for his dying mother.
