Page 74 of Her Cowboy Blind Date

Pete took a few steps back, away from the camera. “I’d like a few photos of Sam and Becky.”

Becky nodded and put her arm around Sam’s waist. “Is this right?”

“It sure is.” Pete whistled. “You two look good together.”

Sam grinned. This moment would be awkward if they were in a fake relationship. His close friends and family were invested in his relationship with Becky and were praying they’d make a long-distance relationship work.

Sam continued to smile for the camera, enjoying having Becky close by his side. He’d left his cowboy hat in the truck, figuring it didn’t look right with a tailored suit. Becky had helped him order the suit. He had zero fashion sense, and she had good taste.

The photographer waved them away, moving on to her next victims.

Sam kept his arm around Becky’s waist, resisting the strong inclination to kiss her. They headed indoors and found their table toward the back, away from where Miley would be seated with Pete’s family.

The bridal party made their grand entrance and appetizers were served. Becky made small talk with the guests on their table. She was a natural with people, and he started to relax. The main course was served and he swapped plates with Becky. She preferred chicken, and he was happy with beef. The speeches were fun, and Matt fulfilled his best man duties with tales from Pete’s childhood.

The bride and groom hit the dance floor. Sam draped his arm around the back of Becky’s chair. The tables around them emptied as people paired up and joined the bridal party dancing near the front of the room.

She leaned back into his chest, a dreamy smile tilting up her kissable lips. “Would you like to dance?”

“I’d rather stay here and cuddle you.” Dancing was not his thing. He had poor coordination — another reason why he was happy to decline being in the bridal party. Pete had told him about their dancing lessons, and how Emma had outclassed him.

“Are you sure?” Becky’s gaze roamed his face, settling on his mouth.

“I’m sure.” He dropped a kiss on her lips. Just one kiss. One kiss couldn’t hurt, right? He’d treasure these moments, and their time together. He’d have the photos from Pete and Emma’s wedding photographer to remember this day with Becky.

A loud cough and strong, tangy perfume interrupted his romantic daydreams.

He looked up. Miley glared at him. She wore a skimpy red dress that accentuated her curves, and red lipstick that matched her red-hot anger. A volcanic explosion was imminent.

“You two are looking cozy.” Miley patted her blonde hair, styled in a fancy updo.

“What do you want?” He tried, and failed, to keep his voice even.

“Thought I’d stop by and chat.” Miley switched her gaze to Becky. “You’ve been a busy girl.”

What was Miley’s game? “We’ve both been busy with the play.”

Miley smirked. “Becky, or should I say Bek, has been in a relationship with Logan the hunk.”

Becky’s eyes narrowed. “That’s not true.”

“The story was published in an Australian newspaper.” Miley’s smirk mirrored the triumphant glint in her eyes.

“And unpublished.” He glared at Miley. “It’s not true.”

“But it is.” Miley placed her hands on her hips. “I read the article and saw the photos of her and Logan in Australia. I did some more digging, and found articles about her ex. An actor. Jarrod, I think his name is.”

Becky held her composure and stared at the ground. She looked like she’d prefer to sink through the floor than participate in a confrontation with Miley.

He’d take Miley on. It was time. Past time. “What Becky did, or didn’t do, in Australia is none of your business —”

“It’s your business, Sam.” Miley lowered her voice, as if she was sharing a dark secret. “She cheated with Logan. Twice. She cheated on you.”

He straightened his spine. “You’re a hypocrite, Miley. This isn’t the time or the place to rehash how you cheated on me.”

Miley’s face flamed a shade of red darker than her dress. “How dare you —”

“How dare you.” He kept his voice low. His anger simmered. “I turned the other cheek and didn’t argue when you dumped me for Matt. I know you were seeing Matt before you officially ended our relationship.”

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