My One And Only (Very Irresistible Bachelors 5)

“I put them there once a task is complete.”

“Crossing it off doesn’t do the job?”

She shrugged a shoulder. “It does, but it’s so normal and boring.”

I burst out laughing, leaning in to kiss her forehead. Only Tess.

“H

ey, don’t knock it until you try it.”

“I will 100 percent not try that.”

“Your loss,” she said coyly.

“You have any more calls to make?”

“No, that was all. The wedding planner sent me some options, and they were no good. Laney wants a certain theme, and I’m going to get her exactly what she wants.”

What would Tess want for her wedding?

The question popped in my mind out of nowhere. I had no idea why my thoughts went there. This wasn’t something I’d ever thought about. Sure, there had been a time when I thought about having a family, but not recently. Not until I met Tess. And I’d never thought about a wedding.

“Hey...you’re smiling weirdly.”

“Weird how?”

“I’ve seen it before. What are you thinking about?”

“It’s a secret.”

Mostly because I thought Tess might run away if she knew where my mind just went. Hell, I was shocked too.

“Ha! The joke’s on you, mister. I’m a very good detective, did I tell you that?”

“No.”

“Oh yeah.” She tilted her head, tapping her finger against her chin. “I’m just trying to decide what tactic to use.”

“And?”

“Nah, I can’t think fast this morning. But I do have an idea for today. Want to go out and explore the city?”

“Sure.”

“Okay, then. I’ll go put my bra on.”

“I’ll come watch.”

Tess giggled and immediately broke free from my grasp, heading straight toward the master bathroom. I made to follow her, but she glanced over her shoulder, making a no-no sign with her finger.

“Actually, I think it’s best if you wait here,” she said.

“Why?”

“That glint in your eyes is a bit dangerous.”

“A lot dangerous,” I admitted.