Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 1320

The door swung open. For a split second, his gaze crashed over Whitney like an ocean tide, deep and impossible to escape.

Whitney’s palm trembled, beads of sweat prickling her skin. It was the dead of winter and her wedding dress was light as silk, but she felt feverishly warm, her heart thudding like it was on fire, heat racing through her veins.

“The groom’s on his way in! All units, stand by! Don’t let him find the wedding shoes! Bribes only! Candy or cash, people!” Tiana yelled, rallying the bridesmaids like a general before battle.

The groomsmen, clearly seasoned veterans, swept into the room like a squad of secret agents, searching every nook and cranny.

Parker was in charge of the bribes—scattering little envelopes stuffed with dollar bills. He looked sharp in a tailored black suit that showed off his long legs and lean frame. Tiana felt herself getting a little dizzy just watching him.

Parker leaned in, a wicked grin on his lips. “Had enough eye candy yet? If you’re satisfied, how about letting Ludwik off the hook and telling me where those shoes are hidden?”

“As if I was looking at you,” she shot back, cheeks pink.

“Are you saying you weren’t secretly staring? Admit it, I’m killing it today, aren’t I?”

“Cocky much? Keep dreaming, Mr. Hotshot.” Tiana shoved him away, her blush deepening.

Meanwhile, Cherry was huddled close to Sammy and Danny, with the ever-glamorous Tina Nelson keeping an eye on things. Cherry piped up, “Daddy, give me all your cash envelopes! If we keep it in the family, I’ll get a few hundred more bucks!”

Danny groaned. “Come on, my dad’s envelopes start at two grand each. If you get them all, you’ll be rolling in it.”

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