



Monroe stands at the alter, Nick on one side and Hap on the other. He’s never seen Hap in anything fancy; it makes him smile. He had felt kind of bad picking Nick as his best man instead of Hap. But having Hap preform the ceremony more than makes up for it. He glances over at Nick who gives him an encouraging smile. He looks down at the guests, comforted by familiar faces: Rosalee, Laz, even Jacob. His hearts beating faster than a hummingbird’s. Then the music starts and Astrid appears.
He smiles, letting her shoes fall to the floor. “Finally.” He presses a kiss to her temple. “First night as husband and...
Astrid’s feet are just about ready to rise in open revolt by the time they get home. It’s with a sincerely grateful sigh...
Nick shrugs. “I’d like to see that,” he jokes.