Page 124 of Tempt Me Forever

Both my dad and my uncle went on with Gran.

"How's it going in there?" Drake asked, putting an arm around my waist. I loved it when he did that. I felt treasured and protected and wanted.

"Emotions are running rampant, but I think that's to be expected. Gran is happy.”

“How are things with your dad?"

"They're great," I said truthfully. "I'm happy he's here."

"How come you aren't carrying your sister? I was half expecting you to hog her the whole day."

I laughed but felt myself blush. How did he know I planned to do just that?

"The day is still young," I said in what I hoped was an enigmatic tone.

Drake burst out laughing, then kissed my forehead. "You're damn adorable."

Sam and Tyler came up to us. They were both grinning from ear to ear.

"What are you smiling about?" I asked.

"Hey, it's a happy day. Can’t we smile?" Sam asked.

"Yeah, it's just a bit suspicious. It's a grin, not a smile," I remarked.

"We were just trying to guess whose wedding will come next, now that we're getting the hang of it." Tyler looked between the two of us.

I narrowed my eyes. “Tyler, I know for a fact thatyouplan on tying the knot soon, so why don't you tell us?"

He gave us a mischievous grin. "Kendra and I want to do it at the end of summer."

"I can't believe it. Why does no one in this family take longer than a few months to plan a wedding?"

Sam winked at me. “Don’t worry. You’ll have plenty of time to plan mine and Avery’s.” Then he turned to Drake. “You and I still need to have a serious conversation, by the way.”

It was my turn to laugh now. Drake's expression was comical, like he didn't know if he should laugh or if he should be afraid of my cousins.

"Don't worry. They're all talk," Luke said, coming up behind us, clearly overhearing the conversation.

"You did tell them that you questioned Drake, didn't you?" I asked Luke.

The day after our engagement, Drake woke up early and went for coffee downstairs. Guess who he ran into? My cousins. They grilled him like it was their job.

“Yeah, but if Sam wants to have a go, I can’t stop him.”

“That's the spirit.” Sam grinned. "Besides, we need to keep sharp for whenever Reese introduces us to anyone."

Tyler looked at me. "What do you know? Should we expect it soon?”

“Wait, are you three ambushing me?"

Drake brought his mouth to my year. "Yeah, babe, they are."

"Why?"

"We've had so many surprises lately," Luke said nonchalantly. "We'd like to be prepared for once."

"I'm not saying anything." All three of my cousins glowered at me. I was sure they were starting to get the wrong idea. "Fine. She's not seeing anyone, but even when she starts to, I'm not going to give you a heads-up."

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