34. Epilogue

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Three weeks later, but god, what a busy three weeks, we had flown out with my brothers to New York where they and the Washington brothers had picked anonymously their favourite design for the island... Mine.

I had been so excited and we had celebrated in style, with the Washington family and my brothers.  I had phoned home and told mom who had shared the news within the family as well and Jayne was already looking at sourcing the materials and a new bikini.

I spent some time with Jersey Washington and their triplets while our men had meetings about other investments and I kept remembering Alex's demand for a baby, with the babies here and my nieces and nephew at home, I was feeling broody, but I would have to plan carefully, with the island job and other work coming in, I would need to make careful plans for the future.

Jayne was still seeing James and had joined the club as his submissive, and it seem like they too would eventually settle down together.  The rush of jobs that had come in from the club design had led to me looking for another designer to do the more day to day work, and when I put out feelers, I found a woman I had been at university with, who was currently creatively stifled in the large company she went to work for, she and Jayne had hit it off straight away, so I felt confident she would work out as a new member of our team.

Paris and Camilla, my soon to be sister in law, had agreed to be bridesmaids and were helping our mothers organise the wedding.  An unusually quiet Paris had been home a lot but had closed down any attempt at conversation about what was upsetting her, saying now was not the time to talk about it, but I know mom was worried and keeping an eye on her.

Alex and Henry's parents were getting on exceptionally well with mine and since that first dinner, I had got over my worries about the speed of our relationship, secure in the knowledge we had full support from both sides of our families.  Tara had been excited to take over the wedding planning with mom and between them had arranged everything, including dragging me out of the office for a day for a wedding dress fitting.

Alex and Henry had moved me into the Manor House with them within that first week, but I didn't mind, it meant a slightly longer journey into the office but being able to wake up with them was worth every extra minute.

My men had agreed between them, I would wed Alex followed by a bonding ceremony with all three of us.  Now we were on the countdown to the wedding day, and once again Kingswood had been transformed into the perfect venue.

The Washington family had arrived two days ago and were staying with Hunter, Max and Lily and I know mom had organised one of the rooms as a playroom for the babies during the ceremony complete with staff, so the parents could relax and enjoy themselves.

We had kept the press news as low key as we could, but the news still got out and Papa Milo had organised with the Masters family, a team of security for the estate.  Mom and the dads had also tried to suggest that we stick to tradition and I spend the night before at home away from my men but I had disagreed before my men could, we were not traditional, so why should we worry, which caused a lot of humorous comments from both families.

Now I was sat in a car beside Alex as we drove towards Kingswood, the early morning sun warming the car... Today was the day.

There were already press vehicles parked along the verge, outside the gate house which was closed, and manned by two uniformed security, who waved us through after taking a quick look at us and when we reached the front of the house there was another member of staff ready to take the car from us to park it.

We walked into a chaotic house, Tara rushing towards us and giving her sons a hug before rushing me upstair, I looked back over my shoulder as I went to see grins on their faces, till Papa Niko appeared to guide them into the study.

Mom and Camilla were already with the hairdressers and Tara guided me towards the waiting beautician.  I looked around for Paris but she wasn't in sight, probably in her rooms getting ready.

My nails shaped and coloured to pastel perfection it was time to move across to make up, but I pleaded for a quick bathroom break, wanting to track down Paris who still hadn't joined us.  Hurrying along the corridor in the robe, I knocked on her door before opening it, not waiting for her call.

Paris jumped and looked at me in shock as I barged in and stopped abruptly.  "Whats wrong" I rushed out looking at her face, her eyes red from crying.

"It's nothing, i'm fine, let's not spoil your day" she mumbled getting up and turning her back to me, but my shock had worn off and I moved forward, wrapping my arms around her and hugging her tight.

"Nope, not going anywhere until you tell me what's wrong, you've been unhappy for weeks now.  Please tell me" I pushed and felt her body shake emotionally. "Paris please" I ask again softer this time.

"Its Gideon, he's got involved with some dodgy people and is in trouble, they've threatened to hurt me, to get him to do what they want.  He's on the run and I can't get hold of him, I can't find him.  I don't know who to trust and if anyone is going to come after me for his mistakes" she explains and I hug her again.

"Have you told anyone, Hunter, Max, they could help find him?" I ask but she shakes her head. "Why not?" I question confused.

"Gen, you're getting married, Lily's having another baby, I don't want to drag family into this, I'm sure i'm just overreacting and it will all go away, i'm just worried about him" she argues and I frown at her, even though he's her best friend Gideon Jeffries is a lazy moocher and has used Paris to get ahead many times but she lets him because they are friends.  

"Paris, talk to someone please, even if it's to put your mind at rest about Gideon, I just hate to see you like this, do you want me to ask them for you" I tell her and she turns and hugs me back.

"Thank you Gen, but no, I will do it... I hope your men know just how special you are, I love you sister" she says hugging me back before pushing me towards the door. "Now.  Go before they come looking for you, I'll be there in ten minutes, I just need to wash my face" she smiles and I nod, giving her another look before going back to be pampered and poked.

As promised Paris joins us within ten minutes, and on the arrival a tray of bucks fizz, the room is soon full of laughter and love. Even Paris seemed to have cheered up, Mom helping me into my wedding dress and I blush embarrassed at the compliments but I feel like a princess, like a bride and I can't wait to see Alex and Henry at the alter.

Grandpa Duncan is waiting for me as we descend, I had asked all my papa's if Grandpa could walk me down the aisle and they had agreed, and now as I linked my arm through his, I felt the emotion of the moment hit me.

Mom and Tara kissed my cheek before entering the great hall and joining their husbands, then the music started and Camilla stepped forward first, Paris throwing a watery smile my way before she walked down the aisle then it was our turn.

"You look radiant" Grandpa praised and I smiled as we started our journey forwards, my eyes locked on the two men waiting for me at the alter.  Grandpa handing me to Alex as I passed my bouquet to Paris and stepped up next to Alex and Henry and the ceremony began.

My heart raced as the celebrant said his words and we exchanged our vows, but everything went smoothly and then it was done.

"... You may kiss your bride" he finished and I felt Alex and Henry pull me between them as one then the other claimed my lips in front of our families and friends, to loud applause and cheers.

They were mine and I was theirs and the future would be ours.

The End.


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