After dinner, Julien escorted Lacey up to her room and stopped at her door. “Lacey, I just wanted you to know that I will do as you asked.” Julien let out a deep breath. This was hard for him. “I will speak with Scarlett.”
Lacey nodded. "Thank you."
“So, you agree to start planning the wedding then?” Julien searched her eyes, seeking the truth.
Lacey nodded as a slight blush colored her cheeks, looking into his eyes. “Yes, of course.”
"Come here." His lips descended upon hers and he laced his fingers through her hair behind her head, pulling her closer... and his wolf wanted more, having already claimed her as his. When Julien released her a moment mater, breathless, he whispered. “I’ll see you tomorrow.”
Lacey nodded, but said nothing.
As he walked away down the hallway, Julien wo
