The wedding reception was in full swing, music pulsing through the elegant ballroom.Ava had just married Ryan, her college sweetheart. She looked stunning in her white lace wedding dress that hugged her curves and showed off her cleavage.But as the night went on, her eyes kept drifting to Cole — Ryan’s best man and lifelong best friend.Cole was 29, tall, broad-shouldered, with a rugged handsomeness, sharp jaw, and a confident smirk that always made Ava’s stomach flutter. He had been in her life since college, always the charming, slightly dangerous one compared to Ryan’s safe, steady personality.During the slow dances, Cole pulled her onto the floor for the traditional “best man and bride” dance.His hand rested low on her back, dangerously close to her ass, as they swayed to the music.“You look incredible tonight, Ava,” he murmured, his breath warm against her ear. “Ryan is a lucky man.”Ava’s heart raced. She could feel the heat of his body, the way his hand pressed possessive
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