With a smile that steals my heart all over again, he returns to the Bösendorfer.His fingers settle on the keys, ocean-blue eyes locking with mine."This one is for you."
I watch in awe as he creates pure magic without even glancing at the keys.Then he starts singing "I Am Yours" by Andy Grammer, playing from memory, and my heart nearly bursts.I've never felt so cherished, so special in my entire life.When the last note fades, I launch myself at him, wrapping my arms around his waist and gazing up.
"You, Cole Walker, are by far the sexiest and most romantic man on this planet."
His outrageous smile makes my heart skip as he takes both my hands in his.Those beautiful eyes seem to glow brighter with every blink.
"The moment my attention fell on a red goddess dancing in high heels in Six-Pack, her beauty mesmerized me.But I never could have guessed she would change my world forever."His thumbs trace patterns on my palms."You taught me what the verbto lovetruly means.You're more than a woman with a sassy mouth and dazzling features.The way you looked past my prickly exterior and helped me bond with Samantha made me realize how special you are.Your gentle tenderness combined with your no-bullshit attitude awakened me."
Goosebumps race across my skin as he places soft kisses on my knuckles, maintaining that soul-deep eye contact.
"You're an incredible woman, Alex, and I'm at a loss for words to describe the depth of my feelings for you.The thought of losing you, or not having you in my life every day, is unthinkable.I want the entire world to know that you're mine and that we belong together."
He releases one of my hands, reaching into his jacket pocket.My breath catches as he drops to one knee, presenting a stunning ring.
"Alisha Alexandra McQueen, will you marry me?Will you be my wife?"
I blink rapidly, heart thundering."You want to marry me?"
He rises, cupping my chin and gazing into my eyes with such intensity it steals my breath.
"Absofuckinglutely.Is that a yes?"
I snake my arm around his neck, drawing his face to mine."Yes, I want to marry you."Our mouths collide, and my fingers slide into his hair as his tongue meets mine.We both moan as that familiar fire ignites between us.
"How long have you been planning this?"I ask against his lips.
"From the minute you woke up in the hospital."He tucks a strand of hair behind my ear."You're it for me, Alex."Taking my hand, he slides the ring onto my finger."The beauty of it reminds me of you."
I stare at the two-tone gold ring with its cascade of natural diamonds leading to the brilliant red ruby on top.
"Holy fuck, it's..."
Words failing, I grab his face and press our foreheads together.
"I love you.I never thought I'd find a man who could tame me."
"You don't need taming.You're perfect as you are, Alex."
I smile wickedly."You sure know the way to this woman's heart.And for that, I think it's time for me to present you withmygift."I step back and untie my jacket.
His eyes bulge as I let it fall.Check.A hint of drool appears at the corner of his mouth.Check.My gaze drops to his pants – rock hard.Check.I shed the coat completely, swaying my hips as I run my palms over the red lingerie.
"Four weeks are up, and I have needs, Cole.Now, I can fix the problem myself, but you told me you would satisfyallmy needs."I slip a hand between my legs, touching myself through the damp material.
He moves like lightning, replacing my hand with his."Mine."
His fingers trail over my collarbone to the straps, following them down to where they meet the bustier."This is better than the wet dreams I've been having these past four weeks.And I had many."
"Good to know I'm not the only one with needs."
"This is the best present I've ever unwrapped."He pulls the lace ribbon, letting the lingerie fall away.His hands cup my naked breasts."Damn.You're the dazzling completeness of beauty."When his fingers brush my hard peaks, my head falls back.He attacks my right nipple with his tongue, and I nearly combust.
"Are you ready, my future Mrs.Walker?"
"Yes.I want you."
He lifts me, setting me on the smooth surface of the Bösendorfer."Get ready, love, because I'm going to show you how a real man satisfies his future wife."
