Star Crossed (16 page)

The band matched the engagement ring perfectly. Bringing her hand up to his, he kissed her ring finger just as the regent said, “I now pronounce you man and wife, Count and Countess Marcone.”

Krista’s eyes widened slightly when she heard the regent refer to her as Countess Marcone. That was the first time anyone had called her that and her insecurities rose to the surface.

Stefan saw her expression and gave her hand a squeeze. “You’ll be fine,” he whispered and leaned down to kiss her.

Laying his forehead to hers, he smiled. “I love you, Kris.”

“I love you,” she whispered back just before they were bombarded with well wishes and hugs from everyone.

The End

About the Author

Trista penned her first ghost story at the age of eight. She still has a love of ghosts, but her taste and writing style have leaned more to the sultry side. She started writing erotic romance two years ago and with the help of her critique partners was soon published and she’s been running full steam ever since.

Raised an Air Force brat, Trista surprised her family by marrying a Navy man. But just as she knew he would, her husband won them over despite his military choice.

Together they’ve had three children, and she attributes their successful marriage to the fact he’s away flying a lot. Separation does make the heart grow fonder. After all, if he’s not there, she can’t kill him.

All joking aside, her family and writing partners are her biggest form of support and encouragement. Trista’s a big believer in happily ever after and although she may put her characters through hell getting there, they will always achieve that goal.

Trista welcomes mail from readers. You can write to her c/o Ellora’s Cave Publishing at 1056 Home Avenue, Akron OH 44310-3502.

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