She chuckled. “You should watch my younger sisters some time. I’m just an amateur compared to them.”
He laughed. “What am I marrying into?” he said jokingly.
She waggled her brows. “That, my dear Adrian, is just a hint of the adventures we’ll have during our marriage.”
His grin widened. “I cannot wait. Life with you will be a dream come true.”
EPILOGUE
Lyndsey couldn’t stopstaring at Adrian. He made such a handsome husband. Of course, it was the love shining in his hazel eyes that caused her heartbeat to flip-flop with happiness. And now they were married, she looked forward to spending a lifetime with him and having his children.
Their wedding had been a big event in Leicestershire, and so many guests attended. The manor was decorated both inside and outside, but the weather was so lovely that she and Adrian had spent most of their time outside. She was introduced to so many people, she worried she’d forget them by the next day.
During a break in the evening when nobody accosted them, Adrian walked her toward the stream that flowed through the yard and to the small bridge over it. Not much was said, and she was certain her husband wanted a private moment just as she did.
Adrian led her to the top of the bridge and stopped on the gentle arch of the wooden structure. Smiling down at her, he stroked her cheek.
“Do you know how happy you’ve made me?”
“If you are as happy as I am at this very moment, I think I know how you feel. If everyone could feel this way, the world would be a much better place.”
“I agree, my love.” He pulled her closer, and she pressed the side of her face against his chest. “Has your sister said anything to you about Collin proposing?”
“Not one word.” She frowned. “I don’t dare say anything to her in case your brother has changed his mind.”
“Yes, I too, don’t dare say anything to Collin. I don’t want him to think I’m pushing him.”
“He seems quite content lately. Perhaps he’s not thinking of that other woman any longer.”
“We can only hope.”
Across the lawn, an attractive man and woman strolled their way. The lovely woman with blonde hair had her arm hooked around the elbow of the tall man with dark brown hair. The man smiled widely and waved.
“Come, my love,” Adrian said, “and let me introduce you to my favorite cousin.”
They walked off the bridge and toward the other couple. When they reached them, both the man and woman gave Adrian a hearty hug. Adrian stepped back and slid his arm around Lyndsey’s waist.
