I remain kneeling before my true love. Now, I’ve seen Elle grin before. Yet all those smiles are nothing compared to way she now beams with joy.
“Yes,” she replies. “I’d love to dance with you.”
I pull my woman into my arms. We waltz to the gentle tune. As we dance about, happy faces fall into my range of vision. There’s Bry and Knox, as well as the animates, dwarves and shifters. Everyone we love is held in one place, enjoying music and each other’s company.
I lock gazes with Elle. At this point, there’s only one more thing that could make tonight perfect.
“Yes?” I ask.
And just as she did back when we first entered the palace of the Queen of Hearts, Elle answers with a single word.
“Yes.”
Pausing, I pull Elle into my arms and press my mouth against hers.
Pure bliss is mine.