Irrefutable (The Apprehensive Duet Book 2) (41 page)
The minister starts the ceremony as he speaks of love and life. I listen intently as I watch the waves crash on the shore behind him, filling the air with the beautiful sounds of nature.
“I understand the two of you have prepared vows of your own,” the minister says, looking between Alex and I.
We didn’t want the same old words that everyone says when they get married. Today is about us and we wanted to speak from the heart.
“We did,” Alex nods.
TJ scurries up next to Alex and hands him our rings, and Alex and I turn to face each other.
“Quinn, I’m pretty sure I’ve been in love with you since the moment I laid eyes on you. You are the only person I’ve ever wanted to spend my life with. I love you more than words can ever express. You’re the air that I breathe. You keep me grounded. Your love is my reason for being. We’ve been through the tough and it’s only made us better. We’ve been through so much and standing here with you today, making you my wife, makes everything all worth it. I promise to love you always. I promise to be your friend, your anchor, your lover, your biggest critic, and most loyal supporter. I promise to always be honest and true. I promise to give you the life you deserve and put you above all others.”
Everything is blurred as the tears stream down my face. My heart swells with every promise because I know without a doubt that he means every word.
“Alexander, you are everything I never wanted. I always thought I’d never have what we have. You showed me that just wasn’t true. You’ve stood by me through some of the worst times of my life. You’ve been honest and loyal even when I didn’t deserve it. You have always put me before yourself and there’s nothing more I could ever ask of anyone. I didn’t think I was capable of loving someone until you came into my life and tossed it upside down. There is no one else on the face of the Earth who could mean more to me than you. I love you heart, body and soul. I promise to always be the best part of your life. I promise to never go to bed angry and to always be honest. I promise to love you as though every day is our last. I promise to always be the woman you deserve.”
Even through my haze of tears, I don’t miss the tears that leak from Alex’s eyes.
“Do you, Alexander Conway, take Quinn Taylor to be your lawfully wedded wife?”
“I do,” Alex nods, sliding my beautiful wedding band on my ring finger.
“And do you, Quinn Taylor, take Alexander Conway to be your lawfully wedded husband?”
Repeating Alex’s actions, I slide his wedding band on his finger and nod, “I do.”
“I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride.”
Alex doesn’t hesitate to reach out and grab me. He dips me and kisses the hell out of my lips as everyone claps and hoots around us. “Wife,” he murmurs when he finally breaks away for air.
“Husband,” I reply and watch his pupils dilate in desire.
“I can’t wait to have filthy sex with a married woman,” he growls and I can’t help but laugh. I’ve definitely done well for myself.
After all the pain and struggle, I finally feel whole. The bond between us irrefutable. Alex is my other half and I his. The possibilities are endless, and it’s only just beginning.
Wow! Quinn and Alex’s relationship wasn’t the easiest to write. This duet was never actually supposed to happen, but I’m so glad I wrote it. Alex is so amazing, and I’m glad I got to share him with the world.
Quinn on the hand is the chick you love to hate. But watching her grow into the woman Alex deserves was a ride worth taking. Even as adults, we still room to grow and mature. You just have to be willing.
This book is the end of the line for all of these characters. I love them so much and I have spent much of the last year and a half with them. I’m sad to see them go, but I can’t wait to bring you new stories with new characters!
But enough of that, on to the many thank yous…
My hubby…
Your unwavering support is the most wonderful gift in the world. Sometimes I can get so wrapped in these stories that I complete forget the world around me. You never complain. Not when the laundry doesn’t get done, not when we’ve had takeout five nights in a row because I can’t stop working to cook. Not when my brain’s fried and I want to throw in the towel. You just tell me it’s okay and I can do it. You listen to me prattle on about fictional characters like they’re in the room with us with a smile. I love you!
My children…
Thank you so much for being so understanding about mommy’s ‘working.’ Thank you for asking about my books and how many there are and congratulating me when they’re finished. I love you guys and everything I do is for you, even if it may not seem like it.
Tiffany…
My slutty, dick-loving, country bumpkin! God, are there even words to express my gratitude for you, your work, and your loyal friendship? Thank you for EVERY single thing you have done for me. I push and push and you always come through, surpassing my expectations with a smile on your face. Even when I decided to make you bi-sexual, you took it with a smile realizing that in fact a hot sex scene with you and Alex was never going to happen. Thank you for your friendship. True friends are hard to find, especially the ones who would literally give you the shirt off their back. I love you, twat-suck!
Melissa…
You are the rock stars of PAs. I love when I go to do something and see that you’ve already done it. You go above and beyond and I love you for it! I’m so glad I was able snatch you up and I’d be completely lost without you!! You are stuck with me forever!
Holly…
My real life Quinn. Thank you so much for loving these characters as much as me. Thank you so spending hours help me get this book where it needed to be!! It means more than you’ll know! I can’t wait for the today I get to meet you in person! I may hump you…fair warning!
Isabelle…
I hit the motherfucking jackpot with you! Even with your already overflowing plate, you find a way to be there whenever I need you. Whether I need a shoulder to cry on, a voice of reason, or someone to tell me I’m wrong, you’re my girl! I honestly have no idea what the hell I would do without you. Thank you so much for being my sounding board, my Google, my biggest cheerleader. Thank you for the late night phone calls that I know take you away from your own project. You truly are one of the most amazing people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing.
Lisa….
Holy shit! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… I’m so glad that I made the decision to work with you. You always seem to understand my visions and my characters and help me to make them even better. Thank you for sticking with me through this one. It was a rough road!
Bloggers and Readers….
Thank you for your support. Thank you for posting about my books. Thank you so much for taking a chance on a no-name author who you knew crap about! Thank you for joking with me, chatting with me, and hanging out at events with me. I met some really great people this year and I just want to say thank you! It’s because of you I’m putting out my fourth book!
I’m so sorry if I forgot anyone, but please don’t think you’re unappreciated. My brain is a little fried right now. It’s midnight and all I can think about is the next journey I get to take on!!
XoXo
Kimberly
Kimberly is a stay-at-home mom of four beautiful crazy children. She lives in New Jersey with her husband of ten years and enjoys every minute of her never-dull life. She loves a good book that is impossible to put down, and you will most likely find her reading in her downtime, unless of course, there is a football game on.
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