Bound by Wish and Mistletoe (Highland Legends #1.5)(51)
“Aye, lass. ’Tis not the greatest, though.”
“Nay?” she asked.
The loud excitement of the room drifted away as she focused on the warrior who held her. She shifted within his arms, turning sideways on his lap. His dark hair fell in a silken curtain around his face. A faded scar beside his left eyebrow beckoned her, and she kissed it softly. “What is the greatest magick?”
“’Tis a miracle, rather. That two people who’d given up hope of findin’ love in this world, collided together.” His warm breath whispered across her cheek.
She kissed him with reverent tenderness and closed her eyes. “Aye. ’Tis a miracle. ’Tis a wish granted. ’Tis a prayer answered.”
Robert dropped his forehead, resting it on hers. “Know one thing. If you never know another thing in this world to be true, know this now and forever, Susanna.”
He lifted his hands, sliding his fingers into her hair and cradling the back of her head. He held her with his strong arms wrapping around her, his kind heart emanating from his gentle actions, his voice dropping low, uttering the most powerful words.
“You are loved.”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I’ve been blessed to have numerous people provide me with insight and guidance during my journey as a writer. To all those who offered support, in gestures big and small, I thank you. A diverse team of people were directly involved in the making of this novel and are mentioned below; however, any errors within the published novel, whether existing there intentionally or not, are my errors alone.
First, deep appreciation goes to my dear friends, daily supporters, and spectacular beta readers, Heather, Misty, and Stone. Every contribution from the belly-aching laughs to the eye-opening critiques is treasured.
Enormous thanks goes to the entire editing team at Finish the Story for their stellar insight, expertise, and suggestions that helped transform Bound by Wish and Mistletoe into a sparkling diamond. I’d like to specifically mention Claire Ashgrove. Your dedication continues to amaze me, and I’m honored to be working with you.
Profound gratitude goes to my beloved husband, my most fervent supporter, my best friend, my advisor, my counselor…my everything. Thank you for making every day a grand adventure filled with love.
Thank you to all of my friends, fans, supporters, readers, reviewers, and bloggers. Your unending enthusiasm for reading my stories fuels my excitement to write them.