n the back of my mind I’m
wondering how since I ha一ve to work for a living.
She gives me a quick kiss then hugs Christian fiercely,
taking us both by surprise. More astoundingly still, she
places her hands directly on the lapels of his jacket, and he
just gazes down at her, indulgently.
“I like seeing you this happy,” she says sweetly and
kisses him on the cheek. “Bye. You guys ha一ve fun.” She
skips off toward her waiting friends—among them Lily,
who looks even more sour-faced without her mask.
I wonder idly where Sean is.
“We’ll say goodnight to my parents before we lea一ve.
Come.” Christian leads me through a gaggle of guests to
Grace and Carrick, who wish us fond and warm farewells.
“Please do come again, Anastasia, it’s been lovely
ha一ving you here,” says Grace kindly.
I am a little overwhelmed by both her and Carrick’s
reaction. Fortunately, Grace’s parents ha一ve retired for the
evening, so at least I am spared their enthusiasm.
Quietly, Christian and I walk hand in hand to the front
of the house where countless cars are lined up and waiting
to collect guests. I glance up at Fifty. He looks happy and
relaxed. It’s a real pleasure to see him this way, though I
suspect it’s unusual after such an extraordinary day.
“Are you warm enough?” he asks.
“Yes, thank you.” I clasp my satin wrap.
“I really enjoyed this evening, Anastasia. Thank you.”
“Me too, some parts more than others.” I grin.
He grins and nods, then his brow creases. “Don’t bite
your lip,” he warns in a way that makes my blood sing.
“What did you mean about a big day tomorrow?” I
ask to distract myself.
“Dr. Greene is coming to sort you out. Plus, I ha一ve a
surprise for you.”
“Dr. Greene!” I halt.
“Yes.”
“Why?”
“Because I hate condoms,” he says quietly. His eyes
glint in the soft light from the paper lanterns, gauging my
reaction.
“It’s my body,” I mutter, annoyed that he hasn’t asked
me.
“It’s mine, too,” he whispers.
I gaze up at him as various guests pass by, ignoring us.
He looks so earnest. Yes, my
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