"Attention, everyone!" One of Julien's men made an announcement in the hallway. "Please join Mr. and Mrs. Julien Grey in the garden for the reception. Thank you."

"Shall we?" Julien asked, offering her his arm, having never felt happier in his life.

Lacey nodded, slipping her arm in his, and he began to escort her out. "Julien, you have my heart, too.” Then he remembered having told her that the night before, and his heart leapt.

He looked down at her and placed his hand ...