Rolling my eyes, I continue eating but refrain from making any pleasurable sounds. I sip my coffee, the sweetness bursting on my tongue. I can’t not enjoy this because every part of breakfast has been carefully thought out.
“I have a surprise,” Kayden announces, handing me a small gift box. My heart catapults into my chest when I look at the navy-blue velvet box. The softness of the material covering it tickles my fingers, and I can’t help but enjoy the feel of it in my hands.
I meet his eyes before asking, “What is this?”
“Open it.” His grin is playful, so it eases the nerves in my stomach, but still, small boxes make me anxious.
When I flip open the lid, my breath catches in my throat. The ring is sleek, silver, but it’s not a diamond. It’s a smooth, gleaming sapphire.
“It’s nothing serious. Well … it’s not that kind of ring yet, but it’s a promise.” Kayden’s voice turns husky as he speaks. “That’s us. You and me, and I want to promise that I’m not going anywhere. Once we’re both ready, the ring will have a diamond.”
My eyes burn with emotion as the tears threaten to fall, but I blink them back and try to focus on the beautiful ring. “This is … I don’t know.”
“This is us. Since you, speedy.”
A smile cracks on my face when I meet his gaze. “Since you, slick.”
Kayden steals my lips with his, molding his mouth to mine in a toe-curling kiss, and I know when the time is right, we will get engaged, but right now, this is perfect.
My life is perfect.
And I know my dad would be proud.
Afterword
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Acknowledgments
Firstly, I have to thank Kristy for allowing me to write in her world. It’s been so much fun diving into the Driven World and creating Kayden and Haelee. I hope you fell in love with them as much as I did as I wrote the book. The message in this story is clear, and I hope you take it along with you—never judge a person by their appearance or their past.
I also have to thank my husband for always being there to pick up my slacking off when I’m on deadline. He puts up with my crazy as I get lost in the fictional worlds I create.
To my editor, Candy, you are a rock star! Thank you for always being there for me when I need it, especially when the deadlines are extreme, and for polishing my words. To my proofer, Brian, you are amazing! Thank you for all your hard work, even on tight deadlines.
To my unfailing street team, I can’t thank you enough for all you do. Words never seem to cover just how much you mean to me, so I’ll have to make do by just sending you all virtual hugs!
To my readers, you ladies are just wonderful. I’m always humbled by your love and support that’s been a constant since I started this journey!
To the amazing team at Grey’s Promotions, you set the bar high with your incredible support on this book, and I can’t thank you enough!
To all my blogger babes, you know how much I love you! #BloggersAreRockstars
Mad love,
Dani xo
About Dani René
Dani is a USA Today Bestselling Author of a dark and deviant romance. She lives in the picturesque city of Cape Town where wine is plenty, and the views are spectacular. She's also a proud member of the Romance Writer's Organization of South Africa (ROSA). When she's not writing, she can be found binge-watching the latest TV series, or working on graphic design. She has a healthy addiction to reading, tattoos, coffee, and ice cream.
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