“You’ve been my hero since that first night when you came to my rescue at one of the lowest points in my life and showed me that decent men still exist. You took care of me that night, and you’ve been taking care of me ever since. The best thing I ever did in my life was return to the island to reimburse you for the ferry ticket you bought me—money you’ve consistently refused to take from me, I might add. It took me about five minutes to fall head over heels in love with you, your amazing family and your beautiful island. I can’t wait to hit the road with you, to be with you every day, no matter where life may take us, and then return home to the island we both love to raise our family.” Her voice dropped to a whisper. “I love you so much.”

Evan leaned his forehead into hers. “I love you just as much.”

The celebrant declared them husband and wife and told Evan to kiss his bride. But he didn’t need to be told.

Their friends and family cheered as he kissed her with the same desperate passion he’d shown her from the beginning. As she held on to her gorgeous new husband, Grace didn’t care who might be watching or what they might be thinking. For once, she had everything she’d ever wanted, and Evan by her side for the rest of their lives.

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