INICIAR SESIÓNLukasWith a tight, fake smile plastered on her face for the cameras, she linked her arm through mine, and we headed down the aisle together toward the reception, the cheers of the crowd echoing in my ears as my mind raced, trying to figure out how the hell I was going to fix this.The reception was a blinding blur of luxury, but to me, it felt like a cage. The upbeat music echoed across the beachside pavilion, and the guests were laughing and drinking my expensive alcohol, but my entire universe was narrowed down to the woman in my arms.During our first dance, the slow, romantic melody played over the speakers, but holding Katlyn felt like holding a statue. Her body was stiff under the soft silk of her wedding gown. Her left hand rested on my broad shoulder like it was a chore, and her fingers in my right hand were entirely limp. I guided her smoothly across the floor, my large hand resting firmly on her lower back, desperate to feel that electric, passionate spark from last nigh
Lukas The sound of the ocean waves crashing against the white sands of the Maldives was usually something I’d ignore, but right now, my senses were dialed up to a hundred. The salty sea breeze brushed against my face, rustling the fabric of my white linen shirt, but my body was frozen.I stood at the altar near the ocean, the brilliant tropical sun beating down on the wooden deck beneath my heavy boots. The heavy silk curtains parted, and Katlyn stepped out into the light.The second my eyes landed on her, a sharp, physical ache slammed straight into my chest. She was walking down the aisle on the arm of her wheelchair-bound father, her small hand resting securely on his shoulder as she guided him forward.She looked so breathtakingly beautiful that it physically hurts.The white designer gown hugged every single curve of her gorgeous body perfectly before cascading down into a long, elegant train that brushed against the flower petals on the deck. The bright Maldivian sun caught
Katlyn The entire store had been shut down just for us, the glass doors locked to the public as the designer and a dozen elegant assistants bowed respectfully the moment we walked in.Lukas sat on a plush velvet sofa in the center of the room, looking incredibly handsome in a simple white linen shirt with his sleeves rolled up, his long legs crossed as he watched me with that possessive grey gaze."Show her the gowns," Lukas commanded flatly, his deep, husky baritone sending a familiar shiver straight down my spine. “I want to see my bride in the best of everything money can buy. Do not spare a single expense.""Of course, Alpha—sir," the designer corrected himself quickly, sweat practically bead-lining down his temple as he hurried to the back.What followed was a dizzying, overwhelming blur of pure luxury.They brought out gowns that looked like they were made of spun starlight and silk. I was guided into the massive, mirrored fitting room, three assistants gently hovering over me
Katlyn The next morning, the bright, blinding sunlight streamed through the heavy velvet curtains, waking me up with a slow, warm fuzziness. I groaned, my eyelids feeling heavy as I stretched my limbs beneath the silk sheets. My entire body felt pleasantly sore, a deep, tingling warmth still humming beneath my skin as the hazy memories of last night’s intense, explosive pleasure started to flood my brain.I rolled over, blinking my eyes open as I prepared to stretch out across the massive mattress."Good morning, sweetheart."A deep, husky baritone rumbled right above my face, the low, vibrating sound sending a shockwave through my chest.I froze, my vision snapping into sharp focus. Lukas was lying right next to me, his massive, broad frame propped up on one elbow as he leaned over my body. He was bare-chested, his thick dark hair messy and falling over his forehead, and his stormy grey eyes were staring down at her with intense affection. There was no coldness, no alpha mask—jus
Katlyn My face flared a deep, furious crimson. "Lukas, stop," I muttered, elbowing him weakly in the ribs, but he just laughed, his warm hands sliding down to interlace his fingers with mine, the heavy diamond ring pressing against his palm.A few rounds later, Anya dared Lukas to give me a proper kiss in front of everyone. The entire circle started chanting and clapping, and before I could protest, Lukas gently turned my chin with his fingers. He didn't make it a joke. He leaned down and pressed a sweet, lingering kiss to my lips, so tender and full of warmth that my entire brain melted into mush."I meant every word I said, Kat," he murmured against my hair while my siblings were arguing over the next turn. His strong heartbeat was a steady thud against my back. "This isn't a game to me. My feelings for you are real. I’m truly falling for you."Listening to his deep, sincere voice, I found myself genuinely falling for him and enjoying his warmth. It felt so good to be held like
Katlyn Standing there in the middle of that breathtaking, glowing garden, the entire universe seemed to shrink until there was nobody left but him.The warm fairy lights blurred around me as hot, heavy tears pricked the corners of my eyes, finally spilling over my cheeks. My hands flew to my mouth, a soft, choked sob escaping my throat. I looked down at this massive, terrifyingly dominant billionaire—a man who made the highest council elders tremble with a single growl—and he was looking up at me from one knee like I held his entire world in my hands. The romantic gesture slammed into my chest so hard it practically knocked the wind right out of me."Yes," I whispered, my voice trembling as I nodded. "Yes, Lukas. I'll marry you."The second the words left my lips, a blinding gorgeous smile broke across his handsome face. He wasted no time. Lukas slid the heavy, blinding diamond ring onto my finger before launching himself off the grass.He reached out, his thick arms wrapping tigh
Katlyn After the call, Haven immediately launched into another round of shameless questions about Caleb.Her eyes practically sparkled with excitement every single time she looked at him.Meanwhile, my own embarrassment was steadily reaching dangerous levels. I could already feel my cheeks burning
Katlyn I practically fell through the front door, my four-inch heels clutched in one trembling hand as I leaned against the mahogany wood to catch my breath. My lungs burned, and my heart felt like it was trying to kick its way out of my ribs.This isn't real, I chanted to myself, my mind spinning
Lukas, 29I smelled it before I even saw her.Fuck.I smelled her, the intoxicating scent of cedarwood, vanilla, and something sharp, like a thunderstorm brewing over the Swiss Alps. It was the scent of a being I had been searching for through a decade of agony.Warm, sweet, alive and mine.Mine.T
Katlyn I stepped into the elevator at exactly 8:00 PM. My heart was thundering harder than any pulse I’d ever written for a hero, and I was praying, pleading with the universe—that he either hadn't seen the drive or was too busy to open it.Heaven knows I would not survive the look on his face aft







