PRETTY PENNY

“Thank you.”

“Gabriel. Grayson.” She walked over and hugged them. “It’s good to see you both again.”

“Good to see you too, Barb.” Grayson smiled.

“So, Mom.” Simon walked over and hooked his arm around her. “We’re going to have a little chat once the wedding is over.”

“A chat about what, Simon?”

“About you and what’s going on.”

“Nothing is going on, darling. Put your detective instincts away.” She patted his chest. “I’ll see you boys in the Gardens.”

“Your bowtie is crooked.” Nathan walked over and straightened it. “Are you ready?” He gripped my shoulders.

"Are you? Your day will be here before you know it.”

“Speaking of,” Jackson spoke. “Have you and Sofia set a date yet?”

“No. Not yet. We’re discussing it.” He smiled.

“It’s time,” Christian said as he glanced at his watch. “Let’s go get you married.” He patted my back.

* * *

I stood there with my brothers and cousins and wasn’t nervous. This day almost didn’t happen for two reasons. One was because we weren’t sure if Nicole was going