Epilogue
Laughter filled the air as the children ran across the beach. Lanie deftly sidestepped the pack of wild kids as she carried a tray of drinks to the table set up to hold refreshments. A large pink and purple princess cake dominated the center space, reminding her it was about time to call in the kids to cut the cake.
Before she could, Jason slipped up behind her, his arms going around her waist, hands resting on her burgeoning belly. “How’s my favorite wife today?” he asked with a husky purr as he caressed her stomach.
“I’d better be your only wife,” she said with mock-severity, even as she melted into his embrace. “I’m tired. Even with all the help, my back is killing me. I’m not sure inviting all the children on the island, plus Josh and Mark’s daughter, was a good idea.” She
