Augustus merely smiled and offered no apology for keeping it to himself. Julius’s embrace tightened and he whispered to Macey, “Why didn’t you tell me?” “Caden doesn’t usually like a lot of attention. I figured he’d tell you when he was ready.” Macey gave him an apologet
Franklin gave them a sympathetic look but he wouldn’t interfere with parenting. Something told him there was more to the story but stayed silent. Right now he was just glad he hadn’t gone crazy and made the whole thing up like his friends insisted. “And that goes for you too,” Macey t
Six Months Later “Mommy! Mommy! Look at me! Do I look pretty?” Aria laughed as she twirled. She wore a white, sleeveless princess-style dress. The top was satin while the skirt was a gauzy material. Aquamarine and peridot colored rhinestones were applied to the flowy
She called her final design: Something Old, Something New, Something Barrowed, Something Blue. Macey hoped the Something Barrowed referred to the necklace and tiara. She was uncomfortable wearing something so extravagant and expensive though no one would tell her the actual cost. “Sha
The guests stood and turned as Aria and Caden walked down the aisle as practiced. Aria tossed handfuls of petals as they went earning many smiles from the admiring crowd. Reaching the end of the aisle Aria found she had a lot more petals than needed. Not sure what to do and not wanting to stop th
Paul sat quietly nursing his drink. The reception was held on the patio with circular tables arranged along the perimeter. Off to one side was a piano with the center left open for the dance floor. The largest table held not just the bride and groom but the entire DaLair family from its reigning
Aria pulled her dad’s ear close whispering, “It’s time for your dance, daddy.” Julius smiled standing and carrying her to the piano. Setting Aria down he offered his hand to Macey who blushed. Taking his hand she allowed herself to be led to the center of the patio. Caden situated hi
Her phone buzzed loudly alerting Katherine of new notifications. Groggily she stirred sitting up and rested her back against the padded headboard of the hotel bed. Beside her Frederick snored loudly as he lay like a starfish passed out. She sighed out of irritation and disgust. Her ass ached fro