Lucius's POVHer sentence hung in the air causing the hair at the back of my neck to stand erect."You said you weren't ready for marriage or kids or—""I know I said all of that," she passed her tongue over her lips again and my eyes subconsciously moved to them. "But look at what happened today. We almost lost him. He is just a baby Lucius and I almost lost him."Her voice was shaky with so much compassion it drew me more into her. Women, especially humans were known to be emotional creatures but Diane's connection with Owen was more than I could decipher at that moment."I want to do this for Owen. So, will you marry me?"A smile curled on my lips at her question. My wolf purred in my head and I nodded."Of course. I can marry you right now if you want," I shrugged.She opened her mouth to speak but her words didn't see the light of day before the door burst open."Not on my watch!" Lucas hissed. "Are you both crazy?"Diane and I exchanged looks wondering what he was talking about.
Diane's POVLeaving Owen when the doctor finally discharged him was difficult not just for him but for me as well.It felt like a part of my heart was being clawed out. I wanted to stay with him as long as possible but it had been two days and I needed to get a proper bath.Plus, I had a wedding to plan.I took a cab to my house and the first thing I did was get a very long bath. I soaked myself in the warm liquid and let all the stress drip out of me.I started dozing in the tub until the sound of my phone pulled me out of the bathroom. I had two missed calls on the device.It was Diane and a strange number.I called Diane first. She picked on the first ring like she had been sitting with the phone."I know we ended things on a rough note the last time but you had no right to disappear in me like that!" She cried out the moment the call connected.All the time I was in the hospital, I had totally forgotten I had a phone until now."Sophie I am terribly sorry but I promise you there i
Diane's POVSophie made me put on one of the only bodycon dresses I had with a shimmering material. I felt it was too much for a baby's party but she made me wear it and pushed me inside her car."Smile a little bit, it's not the end of the world, you look amazing!" She said with her hands clutching the steering wheel.I rolled my eyes and turned to the window."Aww, your makeup is amazing!" She commented as she pulled up the street."And very unnecessary Sophie," I hissed.She kissed her tongue to her teeth and stole a glance at me. "One day, you will thank me for all the heartache I go through for you," her tone was serious but I knew she was just playing around.I ignored her and focused on the large houses that flew past us as we moved deeper into the serene street.The street lights were decorated almost like chandeliers. The bright white light illuminated the street.It was lined with beautiful flowers on both sides and trees at calculated intervals. It was like taking a drive t
Lucius's POVWhen Lucas spoke about this, I thought it was stupid and childish but as I knelt in front of her with the ring waiting for her reply, my entire body became on edge.My wolf perched closer to the surface, watching Diane's beautiful face.Today more than ever, her face looked impossibly familiar. Her green eyes shone as she stared down at me.The dress she wore accentuated her curves, making it harder for me to keep my eyes on her face.She was beautiful. My soul was drawn into her beauty and fear kissed the edges of my heart.I thought I wouldn't mind whatever she said but I found myself hoping she would accept."Lucas made you do this, didn't he?" She said, slicing through the tension that was developing in my chest."He said it was your tradition..." I mumbled with my eyes fixed on hers. "You have decided to do this for Owen, I want to show my gratitude. I want to stand by you. I want to fulfill every tradition because you deserve it all..."She pulled her bottom lip int
Diane's POVI was on my bed with my eyes on the ceiling, trying to rethink my decisions when my phone vibrated on the nightstand.I stretched my fingers and pulled it close. I was going to bet it was Sophie calling to check on me —again, but surprisingly it was Lucius."Hello?"The line scratched and then his voice came on. "I am sorry, did I wake you?"A frown sat on my face as my heart immediately went to Owen."No, you didn't. Is Owen alright?" I asked unable to stop myself."Yes. He is fine. I —I just called to check up on you and..."My cheeks turned pink as his words settled into my brain and I couldn't be more grateful that he was on the other end of the phone."Oh... Thanks," I whispered.The line was silent for a few seconds and then he spoke again."Diane, if we are going to make this believable, I figured we should probably call each other a couple of times, to get used to it," he said. "I hope you don't mind?""Yes, that's true. No, I don't. I actually don't mind," I quick
Diane's POVSaturday morning came and the sound of my doorbell was what woke me that morning."We have a couple of miles to beat and you dare sleep till ten in the morning? What are you?" Sophie hissed as she stepped into the house with large shopping bags in her hands.I wiped my face with the back of my hand and followed behind her as she dropped the bags on the floor and sat on my couch."What's that?" I mumbled, sniffling a yawn."Good morning to you too. Now these are dresses and a gift for your grandparents and yes, you are welcome," she hissed once again.A small smile broke on my face as I moved to check the content of what she got. It was truly a bag full of dresses and one that contained a packaged wristwatch and a makeup box for my grandparents."Aww, Sophie, this is too much," I exclaimed as I unwrapped my dresses.One was a simple sundress and the other was a dinner gown, strapless and very sexy."That's for your first date with—" she paused and I looked up at her.Her ey
Lucius's POV"Have you ever done business with a certain Fred McKenzie before?" Diane asked as the Bentley parked in her grandparents' driveway.She had been quiet ever since she picked her up. She barely pointed out landmarks and a few other spots —but she said nothing else until now."Who is Fred McKenzie?" I knew the name was her family name but I couldn't place a finger on who he was or why I should know him.She blinked and turned her eyes to the house laying ahead."He is my grandfather. When I mentioned you to him yesterday, he... He developed a solemn mood, so I got worried. Maybe our families have known each other in the past..." She trailed.This wasn't the time but I found her worries cute. The way she paused her words and blinked her lashes as she searched through her head, was all so amazing."I don't remember the name. But I don't think you should worry about it," I couldn't help it.My fingers brushed her chin and she looked at me with surprise in her eyes."Smile, you
Diane's POV It was a week to my supposed wedding and Sophie had managed to pull me out of the house to go shop for a dress."Sometimes I don't know what goes on in that head of yours!" She hissed as she grabbed my hands and led me to the boutique ahead of us."It is your wedding yet you act like you are a spectator! Baby girl, you are the main lead in this story, own it!" She added.I smiled weakly but said nothing.If I said I was developing cold feet, it would be an understatement. My feet were completely frozen at this point.How did I get to this place? Why was I getting married? Had I lost my mind?I questioned every step and decision. The only thing that remained clear was Owen. God, I loved that child.He still hadn't added another word to his vocabulary but his doctor said it was a good sign."Are you even listening to me?" Sophie snapped two of her fingers in front of me pulling me out of my thoughts."Yes, I am Sophie," I mumbled and moved to the first row of dresses.The w