Chapter 39
Synn
I've gathered up all eight of us guys. I have a good idea of something that will wow our girl.
This just ups the ante on my original idea. Smiling, I look around at all of them.
“So, I have another idea I think we should all do.”
I quickly explain, and yeses come from all of them, except Harris.
“Even me? It's not something I’d normally do,” he tries lamely.
“Don’t be a pussy,” Razor quips.
Harris stands straighter. “Fine. I'll do it—for her. Pretty Girl deserves the world.”
We discuss the specifics, then all head out to do everything we need to do to surprise Pazessca.
I can’t fucking wait.
Phoenyxx
A pair of hands grab me from behind, and another hand claps over my mouth. Something is pulled over my head, and I start cursing, my voice muffled by the hand.
What are these idiots up to now? I know it’s them; I can smell their individual scents.
I'm put into a car and buckled in. My mouth is now free, so I start cursing them out. “What the fuck? What are you doing?”
Razor's dark chuckle sounds, followed by Trikk’s gleeful laugh.
Dammit. I'll wait until we get to the destination, then unleash hell on them.
After what seems like an eternity, but is only about ten minutes or so, the car slows to a stop. My door pops open, and I’m lifted into Synn’s strong arms. He grumbles low in his chest, confirming that’s who is holding me.
I'm carried inside somewhere really quiet. This is too weird. After several steps, I’m deposited onto my feet. The hood is whipped off my head, and I look around in confusion. I'm alone in small room, with seats lined up in rows.
“The hell?” I mutter.
I hear a noise, and an 80s song starts playing softly in the background.
All I can do is just stare as my guys file in, one by one. They all look damn good; all wearing suits. They are all beaming at me.
They line up suddenly, all hitting one knee. My heart stops for a moment.
Surely, this isn’t...?
Valley's giggle reaches my ears, and I turn to see her, Bryan, Cynthia, Thor and Jax walk in, moving to the seats.
Oh my GOD. I know what this is. My head is swimming, and I feel like I might pass out. I shake my head vigorously to dispel the feeling.
My breathing choppy, I walk on shaky legs over to all eight of my guys, standing in front of them.
Synn grabs my attention and speaks first. “Phoenyxx, you gave me the ability to love. My life changed forever when I fell for you. I know we’re already technically married, but I need to ask properly. Will you be my wife?”
Instead of holding out a ring, he starts to unbutton his shirt. He parts it, showing a fresh tattoo on his chest, right above his heart.
My mouth opens. It's a thunderstorm—a dark sky with lightning, morphing into a sunny, perfect sky.
Before I can say anything, Synn explains, “This represents how you changed me. Showing me how to love calmed my storm.”
I can’t help it, I start to cry.
“Yes, Synn, I’ll be your wife forever,” I sob, throwing my arms around him.
A throat is cleared, and I go to Ghost, who’s next in the line.
His black eyes see through my soul as he takes my hand. “Phoenyxx, I knew you were special the moment I laid eyes on you. I fell hard and had to have you. Luckily, you fell right back. The special moments we’ve shared will stay with me forever. I love you, Malishka. Will you be my wife?”
He unbuttons his shirt as well, showing his tattoo in the same place. It's a heart that appears to be beating, escaping from a black shroud. “This represents you showing me what true love is. My heart was dark and sad, until you showered me with your light.”
Choking back a sob, I hug him tightly. “Yes, I'll be your wife.”
A quick kiss, then Frost is next. He takes both my hands in his. “I never felt anything until you came and thawed my numb heart. My entire life, I was told I couldn’t feel. But you handed me your heart, which opened mine. I love you beyond measure. Will you be my wife?”
Frost shows his tattoo, which is a white heart graduating into a red one. “This signifies you helping me to finally feel.”
I kiss him, saying, “A thousand times yes!”
Purge is fidgeting a bit next to Frost, looking a bit nervous. I see he’s wearing his glasses, and I swoon. Smiling, I stand in front of him, waiting.
“Phoenyxx, you took this hacker heart and made it beat for you. I've always buried myself in work so I wouldn’t have to acknowledge the lack of love in my life. I can never repay what you’ve given me. Will you be my wife?”
His tattoo is sparkling water with a pair of glasses in the center. I smile, remembering the fun we had in the pool at The Retreat.
I kiss him firmly, whispering, “Yes,” against his lips.
Razor is next in line. I'm curious what he’ll say.
“Phoenyxx, you looked at me with those gorgeous eyes, and a razor sliced through my brain. It took me a minute, but I fell deeply in love with you. I want you forever. Will you be my wife?”
He opens his shirt, and I smile at his tattoo. It's a pair of fighting gloves, with a razor placed on the top.
I kiss him hard, saying, “Yes, I will.”
Trikk is up next, and he’s been grinning the entire time. He takes my hand, gazing up at me with so much love. “Phoenyxx, you found a broken, loveless playboy, and turned me into a starry-eyed fool who is head over heels in love with you. That's permanent. Will you be my wife?”
He shows me his tattoo, which is so very Trikk. It's a Walkman nestled in the sand of a beach.
“Yes, always, baby,” I answer, kissing him happily.
Sam is staring at me with such intensity, I’m drawn to him like a moth to a flame.
He takes both my hands. “Phoenyxx, you found me. You gave me back my voice. You not only saved my life but GAVE me life. Saying I love you doesn’t reflect the totality of what I feel. I need you for all time. Will you be my wife?”
More tears swim in my eyes with that heartfelt declaration.
Looking at his tattoo, I make a delighted sound. It's a large sun, with waves of sound piercing through it.
“Yes, my Golden-Eyed Boy. I would be honored.” I kiss him, then turn to Hunter, who’s last in line. He stretches out his hand, grasping mine.
“Phoenyxx, you were supposed to be forbidden. I was your therapist, after all. But one look into those green eyes, and I was smitten. I fought it, but I fell for you hard. I've never felt this way about anyone, ever. I love you. Will you be my wife?”
I kiss him, with tongue, before even seeing his tattoo. I chuckle at the thought of my strait-laced guy getting inked.
He opens his shirt, bearing an image of a chair, with a pair of handcuffs lying on it. How clever.
“Yes, so much yes!” I kiss him tenderly.
Standing back, my eyes sweep over them all. “I don’t know how this will work, but you are all now my husbands, and I’m your wife. I can’t wait to spend forever with all of you.”
Female sobs come to my ears, and I turn back to see Valley crying, and Cynthia doing so, also, being held up by Thor.
“You knew, but didn’t tell me?” I ask my besties.
“Duh,” Valley says, making everyone laugh.
Her and Bryan stand, and I race to hug them both, and Cynthia and Thor, too. We all leave the cute little chapel, heading for our separate cars.
“Wait,” Synn says, stopping. He steps next to Bryan.
“We have a surprise for you,” Bryan tells me and Valley.
“With my help,” I hear Jax mutter, and Cynthia giggles.
They both reach inside their jackets and pull out document files.
“Open them,” Bryan urges.
Valley and I glance at each other and open them at the same time.
“Holy what?” Valley gasps.
I look at mine in shock.
It appears to be a deed for a property. There's something behind it, so I pull it out. It's a photo of a stunning house. Wait...
“Yes, it’s what you’re thinking,” Synn says. “All of us pitched in and got us houses. They're actually on the same block, so you girls will still be close.”
“We had it designed specifically for us,” Hunter adds.
“Same,” Bryan smiles over at Valley.
“Oh my God!” Valley and I say at the same time, jumping around like crazy.
“Take notes,” Cynthia whispers loudly to Thor, elbowing him in the ribs. The poor guy blushes, then smiles.
“Please tell me that’s where we’re going now? Our... home?” I sputter, unashamedly sobbing happy tears.
“Of course. We'll get your things, then we’ll show you,” Synn answers with a grin, leaning in to kiss me again.
Holy fucking crap.
My own house, with all my guys together. If you would have asked me if this was possible a year ago, I would’ve snorted at the audacity.
My purse vibrates; it must be my phone. Ghost is kind enough to dig inside it, and hand it to me.
I smile, seeing it’s my parents.
“Hi,” I greet.
“Congratulations, Caterina,” they both say from their speakerphone.
“You knew?”
“Yes, your husband, Joseph, kindly called us to tell us of his plans. He also asked for our blessing,” my father answers.
I look to Synn with surprise. “He did, huh? Well, thank you. I'm over the moon.”
My mother chuckles. “I’m sure you are, Carina. Enjoy your new house. We'll come see it once you’re settled.”
“I would love that. Thank you, for everything. I love you both so much,” I choke out, throat clogged with emotion.
“And we love you, our special daughter,” my father says before we disconnect.
I give Synn a secret smile and wink, then turn toward the waiting car. I jump inside it, excited to see the next chapter.