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“You don’t look surprised.”“Will.” Connie sighed with gentle exasperation. “I don’t know how to tell you this, but the only two people in the entire universe who aren’t up to speed on how stupid in love you and Knox are, are you and Knox.”

“Just say it and get it over with.” Lily held up her hands. “Say what?”“I blew our bargain and you think it’s my fault Peach is here.”“Oh good grief, don’t be ridiculous. Peach is here because she’s an overwrought young woman who thrives on high drama and doesn’t eat enough.”

She stepped back but Wes leaned in. “Not so fast,” he said, sliding his hands under her hair and drawing her back for more. This time, it was him steering the kiss, his tongue, no longer surprised, now met hers. And in the midst of her blissful, buzzed daze, an unwelcome thought flashed: Was Knox somewhere doing the same thing? Trying to wash off the taste of her kiss with someone else?

He smiled. “Who knew under all that bull-headedness was such a gorgeous woman?”“And who knew under all that bull shit was the same infuriating man?” His smile ebbed. “I’m serious, Meen.” Willa couldn’t recall ever hearing his voice so tender. “You look incredible.”

I can see where Willa got her Drama Queen genes!!! “Ugh, I can’t eat now.” She poked the postcard. “I might never eat again after seeing that.” Hugh rolled his eyes. In a houseful of women, the drama never ceased.

“What’s so funny?”“You,”said Thea. “You and Knox. You’re both totally ridiculous. Why don’t the two of you just get a room and get it over with already?”“You’re vile, you know that?”

Sure hope Knox can pull the huge stick out of Willa's butt or get her some Anger Management sessions with Dr. Buddy Rydell. She is very annoying so far!!

“Better get the whip and chair, Daddy,” said Peach, lifting her coffee. “The ferocious lion’s in the house.” Willa narrowed her eyes. “I’m not talking to you, traitor.”“Oh Lord . You are gonna cut out all this foolishness before the wedding, aren’t you? I mean, really, Will. I thought I was supposed to be the baby in this family.”

“Knox, there are plenty of old houses for sale in Magnolia Bay. Why did you have to take this one?”“Because I like it.” He squinted to read the measure. “Since when?” Knox let the tape snap back into its casing. “Since I dared you to break into it when you were fourteen and I was sixteen, which— if I remember— resulted in you needing five stitches in a very tender place.”