Chapter 14

“This is beyond amazing,” I finally managed after clearing my throat twice.

Leo beamed. “Wonderful. That’s exactly what I wanted to hear.” He took a step away, then looked over his shoulder. “I’ll be present the entire evening, should you need anything at all. Don’t hesitate to ask. And Mr. Peterson has gone home to collect his wife, but they’ll be returning to enjoy the festivities, if you have no objection.”

“Of course not!” I couldn’t stop smiling. “They are more than welcome.”

“Excellent. Enjoy yourself before the rest of the guests arrive.”

As if on cue, the DJ started playing a soft ballad, and the entire place took on an even more magical feel. Chase pulled me into his arms. We started swaying to the music, and it was all I could do not to cry. I wasn’t usually so emotional, but I felt overly so tonight. I needed to get myself under control.

“You made this happen,” I murmured, looking into his eyes.