TESSA“Tessa, what is this?” Frederick’s voice broke through the crackle of fireworks overhead, laced with both confusion and amusement as I draped the vibrant floral wreath over his neck. The fiery bursts painted his sharp, handsome features in shades of gold and crimson.“Everyone’s wearing them. You have to,” I said, chuckling at his protest.The way the flowers framed his face made me laugh softly. I knelt slightly, pressing a quick kiss to his lips. Frederick’s hands immediately found my waist, lifting me instinctively, but I pressed a gentle hand against his chest.“Easy. It’s open space." I hissed, suppressing a giggle.“Well… you’re off the hook for now, little wolf. But don’t expect it tonight,” he murmured, marking me lightly in a way that sent a shiver straight down my spine.I pouted, though a thrill ran through me at the thought. Memories of our hotel suite swirled in my mind—the bed, the jacuzzi, the private moments waiting for us on the hill.“These flowers… I feel like
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