Piper and I both preferred monogamy. I doubted that had changed in the past three years.

Julian’s eyes sparkled with mischief. Tell her then. See what happens. She’s under my spell whether you

like it or not.”

“Fine.”

I walked Piper’s horse back to the stables, where a stable hand stood waiting to take over. After passing

him the reins, I continued on to the gardens where I knew Piper would be, with Elva, Susle, and Mark.

I found her quickly enough, playing tag with Elva in the grass. Piper would hurry to catch Elva, then slow

down at the last moment so Elva could make a daring escape! Elva giggled each time.

“Catch me, Mommy! Catch me!”

Piper laughed too, a bright and honest smile on her face that made my heart leap forward in my chest. I

it, willing

when I saw her with such a joyful expression, all I could think of were ways to keep

usual bullshit, that idea held a

deeper than that. I could care for Elva without worrying overmuch about Piper dating Julian. But the thought of the two of

made my stomach churn.

someone else. Someone who

treat her right? Would

for the rest of

of Piper with anyone did not settle comfortably within me.

Julian was right. Despite all reason,

quickly. I was

give my wife no less than the full entirety of

after Piper.

me, waving

had nearly caught her again.

until Elva ran to safety behind my legs. Piper stopped in front

  1. me.

from the tie at her neck. Her skirts had

looked so beautiful.

with Prince Julian?”

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