The click of the closing door echoed through the empty suite as Reid watched Bella disappear into her room. A bittersweet smile lingered on his lips, the hunger for her glinting in his eyes. He wished he could've stayed, cocooned in her warmth, but there were things he needed to ensure before their wedding ceremony.
He stepped into his own suite, greeted by the meticulous arrangements made by his assistant, Mike. The room exuded an air of opulence, adorned with fragrant flowers and candles casting a soft glow across the space.
"Everything in order, Mike?" Reid asked, his gaze scanning the room while his mind lingered on Bella.
"Absolutely, sir. All set for the ceremony," Mike confirmed with a respectful nod.
A tense silence loomed after Mike's departure, and Reid's fingers hovered over
