He kissed her on both eyelids and then on the mouth. “I love you, too, lady.” He presented her with the other bouquet. “Roses, of course.”
“They’re beautiful.” Pink and full, with petals tipped in red, they were the loveliest flowers she’d ever received.
Connor gazed at her as if she outshone the flowers, as if she outshone the sun.
He wiped his eyes and exhaled. “Is everyone hungry? I saw a nice restaurant down the road. How about I treat you all to lunch?”
“Can I drive in your truck, Uncle Connor?” Andy clamored for his attention.
“Now, now.” Elaine’s mom hustled the kids out the door. “You and your sister can come in our car. Let’s give your mom and Connor a few minutes of alone time.”
They all headed outside. The kids piled into their grandparents’ car, and Elaine slid in next to Connor.
He turned the ignition, smiled at her, and reached for her hand. “Ready?”
She beamed. “I’m ready.”
