Understanding registered in Skye’s expression. Her lips curled coyly. “I take it this is not a birthday celebration.”
“His birthday is in February. But it is the anniversary of a certain first kiss.”
Skye pressed her palm to her heart. “The one in the boat in the pouring rain? Be still my heart. That one still gets me, and I wasn’t even the recipient.”
Molly leaned forward. “I think this is it, Skye. He’s going to propose.”
Skye squealed and grabbed Molly’s hand. “I think you’re right. I’m so excited for you.”
“I know. I can hardly believe it. We haven’t been dating that long, but I’ve never been so sure of anything. And he’s so romantic—of course he’d pick the anniversary of a special moment. It’s just like him.”
“You’re so lucky. He’s wonderful. And he’s good for you too—so level-headed and thoughtful.”
“He is all that and more. He still writes me love notes. I’ve saved every one.”
“You lucky dog. Meanwhile I’m subsisting on a steady diet of ‘Hey’ guys on Instagram.”
Molly laughed. “You should totally go out with Levi. I keep telling you.”
“You also keep telling me what a pain in the rump he is!”
“Oh, you know I love him. He has a lot of good qualities too. I may take those for granted. But he’s solid, dependable, and he has an actual plan for his life.”
“Yes, a plan that puts him squarely back in Denver as soon as possible. No thanks. Besides, I’ve never viewed him as anything but a friend, and I’m pretty sure he feels the same.”
Molly considered that. As much as she’d like her best friend and brother to hook up, it seemed someone else had caught his eye. “I think he’s got the hots for our new guest anyway. It seems like he’s with her all the time.”
“The honeymoon woman?”
“That’s the one.” It was killing her to keep quiet about Mia’s identity, but she’d promised.
“Isn’t she fresh off a heartbreak?”
Molly shrugged. “I think the wedding was canceled a while back.”
Skye’s eyes suddenly lit up. “Before long you’ll be planningyourwedding.”
Molly squealed. “I know! I can hardly believe it. Do you think he’s gotten the ring yet?”
“I’m sure he has. It’s probably a zillion carats!”
“I don’t care about that. I just want to be his.”
“Spoken like a true romantic. You guys are perfect for each other.”
Molly squeezed her hand. “I’m hoping both you and Grace will agree to be my maids of honor...?”
Skye’s eyes went glossy. “I’d be honored. You’re the best friend ever, Molly. This is going to be so amazing. I can give the two of you dance classes so your first dance is like a dream.”
“I’d love that!” Molly would have to do some real talking to get Adam to agree, but she thought she could pull it off. “I don’t how I’m going to wait more than a week. This is going to be torture.”
“One day at a time.”
Molly checked her watch. “I’ve got to run. Hey, didn’t you readWhere the Crawdads Sing? I don’t suppose I can talk you into book club?”
Skye laughed. “You’re still calling it that? You’re the only one who reads the books.”
“The others read the books. Sometimes.” Molly made a face. Mostly the hour consisted of the ladies gossiping while Molly tried to drag them back on subject.
