Page 25 of Big Booze Boss

"Of course, I'm sure." I smile as convincingly as I can, then charge headlong into the update from Stacey that she asked for. "So… Stacey and I had a long conversation earlier today and discussed the arrangements she's made and verified the schedule. The tents won't be up until Saturday morning, so the rehearsal and the dinner will be here in town at the hotel. Saturday, you and the other bridesmaids will be treated to their spa, massages, nails, etc. The hairdresser will arrive an hour before you are to leave to do your hair. Then the whole bridal party will travel by limousine to the ranch. You'll be in a holding tent where your wedding dress will be waiting. Has your dress shipped yet?"

"Yes, everything went out yesterday, and it will be there tomorrow."

"Ok. Text me the shipping information and relax. Everything is going to be fine."

"No surprises?" She asks again as her eyes furrow.

"That's right. We don't want any surprises. We want your day to be perfect!"

Her teeth nibble on her fingernail. I frown, then brave a smile for her. "Now, Jenny, please don't worry. I got this."

She looks at me with her big eyes and nods. "How's the ranch?"

"It's great! The location is perfect. There's a wide-open field perfect for the party tents. There's plenty of space for parking. It's perfect!"

"Okay, Summer," she fakes a smile. "If everything's fine, then everything's fine."

"Why are you not happy?" I ask her. "You're about to marry the love of your life."

Her face changes instantly. "I am happy! I just want you happy too."

"Girl! I don't mind helping! I'm happy to do it."

She sighs, "I know you are. Call me if anything changes. Anything!" She gives me a threatening look.

"I will. Otherwise, I'll see you tomorrow at the rehearsal."

"Bye, boo."

I disconnect the call and look at Blaze and Larry. Walking over, I slip under Blaze's arm and hug him. "She's still on the verge of melting down. I don't understand it."

He tries to reassure me. "She'll be better when she arrives and sees you have it under control."

"I hope so. This is supposed to be the happiest time of her life."

Larry leans over with his hand extended. "Hi, Summer; it's nice to finally meet you."

I take his hand, "Nice to meet you." Then I smirk up at Blaze. "It dawned on me as soon as I looked at you two that everyone here has seen the picture and knows me."

He grins, and they exchange a look. "We saw it on your face."

Larry says, "You're as famous as he is. That picture is in every bar he owns."

"WHAT?" I look at him, then look at Blaze. He only shrugs with that million-dollar smile that sets me on fire.

I look at the bar. "I'll have a double of Blazing Fire, please."

Larry heads that way, saying, "It's as smooth as the kiss of Summer Breeze."

"My. God!" I laugh with Blaze.

He adds, "It's best served chilled. Otherwise, the bite will light a fire in your gut."

I roll my eyes. "Tell me that isn't a commercial."

ChapterSeven

Blaze

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