Hard Edge (16 page)

Epilogue

Caden

Three months later

I looked up
from under the hood of the truck. Kenna’s face was split with a smile as she walked across the street to my dad’s house. “Did you get my text? We got the house. The rent is reasonable, and it’s just four streets over. That way we can make the parents happy and still have time away from them.”

“I’m excited. My mom and I figured out a work schedule around school, so I’ll be able to pitch in too. How was the lumber yard today?”

“Good. The day goes fast because there’s so much to do. How was your first day at the new school?”

“Fantastic,” she dropped her school bag on the lawn and leaned against the truck. “My advisor is extremely cool. And when she’s not working, she is the legal advisor for this giant non-profit organization that—get this—protects endangered species. She said she could get me an interview with them once I pass the bar. I might just be working with seals and dolphins after all.”

I wiped my hands on my jeans and circled around to stand in front of her. I pushed a stray strand of her blonde hair behind her ear. “Sounds great. I know that’s always been your dream.”

She reached up and took hold of my shirt to pull me closer. “I never told you about my life’s plan. I drew it up when I was nine.”

“Already a lawyer at nine.”

“Yes, and you were a part of the plan.”

“Oh really? A good part, I hope.”

“Good and integral to be exact. How are you at riding dolphins?”

I raised a brow. “I’m not completely sure. Why?”

“You’re going to need to learn because on our wedding day, we’re riding up to the beach ceremony on dolphins.”

“I think I can do that.” I pulled her into my arms. “So, Trinket, I was part of your life’s plan?”

“You still are, Caden Stratton.” She threw her arms around my neck and kissed me.

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