Authors: Terri L. Austin
His Every Need (25 page)
Two years later
The bride wore white and carried pale pink roses. The blooming flowers gave the conservatory
a mixed floral scent. The fountain tinkled gently as the couple recited their vows.
It was a tiny ceremony, just family and friends.
Allie squeezed Trevor’s hand and watched her dad and Karen kiss as man and wife for
the first time. Brynn was the maid of honor.
After she and Trevor eloped two years ago, and the weeklong lovefest that followed,
Allie invited her family, Karen, Mags, and Nigel for a celebratory dinner. Sparks
flew between her dad and Karen, and with Brynn’s blessing, they began dating again.
Monica stood to one side with her friend, Evan, an English major she’d met on campus.
He was preppy and funny. Allie liked him very much and hoped they’d become more than
friends someday. But Monica’s eyes kept straying to Cal Hughes. Pixie’s son was in
town for the weekend. With long hair and wild eyes, he was full-on bad boy—and he
had the motorcycle and tats to prove it.
Mags and Nigel stood to one side, clapping for the new couple. They were living “without
the benefit of clergy,” as Mags put it. They seemed happier unmarried. And they’d
bought a home not far from the mansion. It had taken some time, but Trevor’s attitude
had mellowed a bit. He wasn’t as resentful, and he even played a round of golf with
Nigel every once in a while.
“Our wedding was better,” Trevor whispered in her ear.
“Ever regret it?” Allie asked, glancing up at him.
He looked at her with serious eyes. “Not for a second. You’re the best thing that
ever happened to me.”
“I love you too, English.”
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the people who helped make this book happen.
My crit pals and beta readers: Thank you for your time and support. It means so much.
I heart you all.
My friends, who love me even on my crazy days: Sara, Shannon, Kathy, Alta, and Sherry.
Without you guys, I’d have a lot more of them than I already do.
Leah Hultenschmidt: Thanks for loving Trevor as much as I do.
Cat Clyne: Your cheerfulness was delightful and your patience appreciated.
The team at Sourcebooks: You’ve helped make my dream a reality and I can’t tell you
how much I appreciate all your hard work.
Courtney Miller-Callihan: Thanks for taking a chance on me.
As a girl, Terri L. Austin thought she’d outgrow dreaming up stories and creating
imaginary friends. Instead, she’s made a career of it. She met her own Prince Charming
and together they live in Missouri. She loves to hear from readers. Visit her at
www.terrilaustin.com
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