Authors: Scarlett Avery
Unbearable Passion - Total Abandonment: Billionaire Erotica Romance (Unbearable Passion series Book 4) (13 page)
Oh my God. Ciara was shopping with Bryce for me. She wasn’t trying to seduce Bryce. They were plotting to get me a wedding ring.
“Ciara, you selected my dream ring. It’s all making sense now as to why you dragged me to Tiffany’s a few weeks ago. You were trying to scope which ring I liked. You’re so devious and I love you so much,” I say, as I run into my sister’s arms.
“You deserve to be happy, honey,” she whispers in my ear, as she hugs me tightly.
Bryce’s warm voice breaks our embrace. “I hope you’re ready to leave now,” he says.
“What do you mean, now?”
“We’re getting married on Mariella’s yacht in the Greek islands and from there we’ll sail to the south of Italy. I wanted your entire family to be part of the ceremony, so they’ll all take my private jet to Mykonos to board the yacht in one week. Mariella has made all the arrangements with Ciara and your mom.”
“Your friend Mariella, the countess, who we met in Paris is willing to do this for me?
“Honey, I told you she liked you a lot and she felt you were the ideal woman for me. She’s thrilled that you’ll soon be my wife and she wants to be part of the celebration.”
“The four of you have arranged the entire wedding? I can’t believe this,” I say, overtaken with joy.
“Well, technically, I’m only paying for everything. I can’t take credit for the work these three talented women have done. You’ll have to thank your sister, your mom and Mariella,” he says, mocking me.
“Stop making fun of me,” I say, pretending to hit his arm.
“Baby, we wanted to make sure this would reflect your taste, but I didn’t want you to lift one finger. I want my future wife to be stress-free on the day of our wedding. We’re off for fourteen days. I’m stealing you all to myself for the next seven days so we can spend time together in Bora Bora before getting married. We’ll then join the rest of your family and mine on Mariella’s boat. It’s going to be a mixture between a wedding, a honeymoon and a whole lot of partying.”
“But wait. I’m not packed and I have to get a few things sorted before I leave.”
“I’ve already ordered a whole new wardrobe for you. Your sister took care of all the more feminine things like shoes, makeup and other things I know nothing about,” he says, smiling at my sister.
“A brand new wardrobe? Gosh.”
“I even got you tons of new sexy underwear,” he whispers in my ear.
His comment makes me blush like a virgin. “What about the wedding dress?”
“Good question. I didn’t want to make any mistakes and Ciara is the one who picked the dress.”
I look at my sister, excited and nervous to find out what kind of dress she selected for me.
“I’m not going to describe the dress, but let’s say that I had to pull some strings to get your dress made within three weeks,” Ciara says. “I’ll be flying with it. I’ll give you one hint—it’s a magnificent Vera Wang design you’ve been lusting over for a long time.”
I gasp and bring my hands to my mouth.
A Cartier ring? A Vera Wang wedding dress? A dream wedding on a yacht in the Greek islands?
This cannot be happening.
“You see?” Bryce says. “You don’t have to worry about a thing.”
“You’re crazy. This is so impulsive, but it feels so right.”
“I don’t want to wait any longer to live the rest of my life with you. I’m eager to start our lives as Mr. and Mrs. Van Der Linden.”
Epilogue
Fifteen Days Later
Bora Bora is the most beautiful place I’ve been in my life. The week there with Bryce is idyllic. We spend seven days eating, sleeping, soaking in the sun and enjoying each other. By the time I arrive in Mykonos, I’m so relaxed and so ready to get married. I’m so happy to see my family again and I simply can’t get over how much work Mariella has put into this wedding.
On the day of my wedding, Mariella’s yacht is transformed into a vessel of love. Everything is perfect. Bryce spared no expense for my dream wedding and my sister did such a tremendous amount of work.
All this just for me?
There are four rows of long tables decked out with crisp white tablecloths and topped with small vases filled with white roses. The foldable wooden white chairs are lined up so perfectly and lead the eye to the breathtaking sunset. When I turn around to take in the complete picture of this magical day I notice a table adorned with a magnificent and tall white cake decorated with delicate fuchsia petals.
I’m getting married in a few minutes and I still can’t believe this is happening.
Mariella is the most connected person I know. She’s invited a long list of very important people. It’s been a whirlwind of activities today because so many guests have just arrived and Bryce and I have had little time to spend together other than the occasional wink here and there as Mariella introduces us to her VIP guests. Mariella truly knows
la crème de la crème
. I’m still unable to wrap my head around the fact that so many people who don’t even know me made the trip to celebrate the most important day of my life. Having my family and Bryce’s family is a blessing, but this greater family is simply icing on the cake.
Right before we’re ready to set sail a last-minute guest arrives and makes an entrance like a rock star. I catch Bryce’s eye and he looks back at me, as puzzled as I am. “Who is this guy?” he mouths from a distance.
“I don’t know,” I mouth back, as I shrug my shoulders.
“Bryce and Sofia, come here, please.” Mariella gestures to both of us to come meet the latest arrival.
Whoever this guy is, he’s important. His perfectly tailored suit speaks volumes.
“I want to introduce you to my good friend, Count Ludvig Wilmer Theodor Jönsson. He’s the second cousin of the Duke of Västergöthausseman of Sweden and since he was already in Greece, the count decided to come onboard and join the festivities.” Mariella looks at me and raises both eyebrows as if to say she can’t possibly top this.
Duke of what? What a wicked last name.
“It’s an honor for me to be part of this joyous day. Please, it’s not necessary to be so formal. Call me Ludvig,” he says, as he kisses my hand.
“I’m so honored, Ludvig. Thank you for being part of our magical day,” I reply, blushing. I can’t believe a member of the Swedish royal family is kissing my hand.
“Mariella, you’re full of surprises.” Bryce looks at Mariella and he’s genuinely impressed by the fact she’s able to pull this off.
“I love you and Sofia like I love my own flesh and blood, and you know that. Not to mention that a touch of royalty never hurts,” she says with a devilish look in her eyes.
We all laugh in unison.
“It’s time for you to get ready, Sofia. You’re getting married in about one hour. Bryce, go have a drink with Ludvig and keep him company while I help your future wife get ready,” she commands.
Bryce doesn’t take orders from many people, but he has a hard time saying no to Mariella.
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We’re sitting in the middle of a sea of happy people. It’s official. For the past four hours now, Bryce and I have been Mr. and Mrs. Van Der Linden. I don’t think I’ve been able to stop smiling for more than two minutes in the last fifteen days since we left New York City, but tonight surpasses all of the dreams I’ve had since I was a little girl of what my wedding night would look like.
“You look so happy, Mrs. Van Der Linden.” Bryce, my hot and sexy husband, is nibbling at my ear as he caresses the back of my neck.
“I’m extremely happy, Mr. Van Der Linden. This is the happiest I’ve ever been in my life and I have you to thank you for this mind-blowing day.”
“I’m looking forward to later tonight when we’re finally alone,” he whispers in my ear.
“Mmmm, should I be worried?”
“I think you should. Your sister might have to send troops to rescue you when I barricade you for the next four days in our cabin and have my way with you.”
“My sister? Where is Ciara? I haven’t seen her in a few hours now. I wanted to spend time with her and thank her for such an incredible wedding.”
“You’ll be able to connect with her in three or four days once I’m done with you,” he says suggestively, as he touches my lips with his.
“Should we be making out like this in front of so many strangers?”
“Mrs. Van Der Linden, you’re right. That’s foolish of me. Let’s go see if we can find a quiet place on this big boat to make out,” he suggests, as he pulls me to my feet.
“What do you have in mind?”
“Nothing special. I want to find a quiet spot for a few minutes hidden from the prying eyes of our VIP guests so I can properly kiss my beautiful new wife.”
“You’re lying. You have so much more in mind,” I say, as I tug at his immaculate tuxedo.
“I love the dress Ciara selected for your wedding day. You look so incredibly beautiful and it looks like it was sewn on your curvy body. You took my breath away when I saw you earlier, but I’m pretty sure you’ll look even more beautiful without the dress on,” he says with an unabashed smile. “Oh, I’m warning you right now, make sure to keep those sexy red high heels on.” His deep blue eyes lock onto mine before he grabs my hand to follow him.
Bryce opens a door in the hopes of finding an intimate place on this massive vessel where we can embrace as husband and wife. We’re caught off guard. I stare at Ciara. My jaw drops as she raises an eyebrow, as if to say,
What?
Bryce responds with a coy smile. I can’t believe she’s at it again, but this time, she’s raised the stakes to a whole new level.
Ciara is on her knees, stripped of her magnificent turquoise
one-
shoulder Monique Lhuillier maid of honor’s dress and clad only in her hot pink lace bra, matching panties and satin four-inch high heels. I can’t believe my eyes. She’s ready to take Count Ludvig Wilmer Theodor Jönsson, aka the second cousin of the Duke of Västergöthausseman of Sweden, into her perfectly painted mouth.
Holy crap.
Ciara is about to have sex with a Royal!
THE END
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Acknowledgements
Thank you to my family and friends who have been so supportive in helping make my dreams come true. And to the wonderful Canadian hunk who shares my life.
To my fans and readers, I want to thank you for your emails, messages and testimonials. They mean the world to me. I can’t express how thrilled I am that you were as excited about Sofia and Bryce’s story as I was. Your encouragement got me here and keeps me going every single day. I absolutely loved writing this story and I sincerely hope you enjoyed it.
To R.J. Locksley for being the best editor—ever! I’m so grateful you’re a copy-dominatrix and you wouldn’t allow for errors or typos.
I also want to say a huge thank you to my Sirens. I love how the sexy readers from my Street Team keep me on my toes.
Last and certainly no least, I want to thank all the bloggers, reviewers and romance Facebook groups who helped me get the word out about this series. Without you, this naughty story would remain lost somewhere on Amazon.
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