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It was then that he had to confront the truth—he wanted more from Lea than an ae He was still struggling for the words to describe his vision for their future, but in this moment, none were needed He’d swooped in for a kiss It was short and sweet He didn’t want to push his luck as the evening was going perfectly

But now, as they walked hoainst his Even though the kiss had been brief, it had sparked a fire within him that continued to smolder He ached for more of her So much more

Xander continued to hold Lea’s hand “Thank you for this evening The wedding wasn’t bad after all”

“Wasn’t bad? As I seehing during the Chicken Dance”

“Such a ridiculous na that in no way resembles a dance”

“It’s a lot of fun and helps loosen up the crowd Seeet you to relax and enjoy the rest of the evening”

“I don’t know if flappingWe’ll have to crash another wedding sometime”

He didn’t say it but it wasn’t the dance that had hi woht, he stuet away, there would never be anyone nearly as special—as perfect—for him

Lea’s sigh drew his attention

“What’s on yourabout her

“I was just thinking that there won’t be another time At least not here on the island” She sounded saddened by the thought “Not if I sell it”

It saddened him, too But he didn’t want to rehash the subject of the island He kneould lead to nothing but trouble for the

He needed to change the subject “Have you talked with your parents?”

They continued to stroll along at a leisurely pace “Actually, I took your advice and tried”

“Tried?”

She nodded “No one answered And no one has called back, so I don’t knohat to make of it”