Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

"Is it gonna hurt?"

Remington lifted his gaze, his eyes slightly squinting, deeply staring at his breathtakingly beautiful wife in the early morning light.

"Mrs. Dashiell, you think so highly of me?"

"What do you mean?" Lizetta was a bit perplexed, her eyes soft and clear.

The man's lips curved slightly, "You think my stamina and intensity could surpass your daily dance workouts?" Lizetta's cheeks flushed, and she playfully punched his shoulder in faux annoyance, "Just be careful, okay?"

"Yeah, you're quite the handful. Honey, if you have so much faith in me, wait until Joy arrives, and I'll prove it to you."

His voice was husky, whispering in Lizetta's ear, his lips hot, trailing down her neck, his kisses growing more fervent.

couldn't help but wrap one arm around his neck,

his mood having been exceptionally good these past few days. She thought, perhaps he was

connections, her love felt scorching hot. In his moment of passion, she

let's never

tightly, and eagerly nuzzled her ear,

heard his promise, her body flushed with warmth, feeling

bed, they were indeed late. Lizetta rushed through her breakfast, while Remington sat beside her, dabbing her lips with

in a better mood, added, "I'll drive you myself later; by

for Lizetta and Fiona to discuss.

don't want a big fuss, just a simple, warm ceremony with close friends and family.

rehearsals, she hardly had time to plan

her belly was too noticeable. In two weeks, the baby would be just over four

was just a ceremony to declare their marriage. It didn't need to be grand, as long as it included the people they cared about most,