Page 71 of Too Enchanting

Jed reached out tentatively, like he wanted to take my hand, then pulled back. So, I met him halfway and took his hand in mine.

“I was upset with the way you reacted to her, and for the fact that you didn’t believe me when I said I hadn’t made that bet with her … and, I have to tell you, that does still hurt. But, I was just as guilty of letting her influence my feelings and behavior as you were, so, essentially, I was mad at you for doing the exact thing I did, which was play right into Kylie’s hand.”

He caressed my hand, and I had to take a moment to catch my breath and the feelings his touch evoked.

“I’m sorry that I froze and shut myself off, and I apologize for taking the breath and cutting you out.”

“Rena, it’s okay, really. I’m not mad at you for needing time, or for any of it. I’m sorry that I blew off the handle and the way I handled our first obstacle. I’ll work on my temper and always give you the benefit of the doubt. And, I won’t walk away when I’m frustrated or pissed off, I’ll try to work better on my communication.”

“Me too,” I said eagerly, his response filling me with hope. “I’ll work on communication and try not to freeze up whenever something makes me mad, or doesn’t go my way.”

“So, we’re good? You don’t want to end this?” Jed asked, his gaze intent on my face as he watched and waited for my answer.

“No, I don’t want to end it. I’m falling in love with you, Jed, and I want to see where this will lead.”

A large, stunning grin broke out on Jed’s face and he pulled me in for the hug I’d been needing.

“I love you,” he said, his arms squeezing me tightly as I started to cry happy tears.

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