Hex (Sentinel Security #6)

She knew he’d always scan the street, carry a weapon, and be overprotective. She could live with that.

“This is why a Vegas wedding is best.” Devyn sipped her drink from where she sat on top of a table. Her fitted dress was pale pink on top and bright pink on the bottom. “Quick, easy, no fuss.”

“Yes, but you didn’t invite us,” Jet said. “I’m still mad about that.”

“Killian was in a rush.” A secretive smile curled the redhead’s lips.

Lainie popped her head inside the tent. Like all Jet’s friends, she wore a pink dress too. Hers was a blush pink satin. “It’s time.”

Oh. Jet’s pulse sped up. She finished her cocktail with a final, long sip, and set her glass on the dresser inside the tent that had been set up for her to get ready in. She rose.

The mirror beside the dresser framed her perfectly. She’d picked a short wedding dress. It had a delicate lace bodice with long sleeves and a deep V neckline. She loved the short, sassy skirt that swung around her thighs. Her hair was loose, the pink tips vivid against her dark hair, and her makeup fresh and dewy.

“Ready?” With a smile, Hadley held out a bouquet of lilies and dahlias, all in shades of pink.

“I’m ready.” She licked her lips. “He’s out there?”

Devyn nodded. “Oh yeah, he’s out there.”

“And he looks hot,” Hadley added.

“Keep your eyes off my man.” Jet shot her friend a mock glare. “My soon-to-be husband.”

The white tent flap opened, and Jet’s mother stood there, wearing a lovely teal dress with pink flowers on it. Her eyes softened. “You look gorgeous, my sweet girl.”

“Thanks, Mom.”

Her mother hugged her. “He’s waiting for you.” Her mom smiled. “He looks hot.”

“Mom.” Jet’s mother had been shocked to come home from her vacation to find Jet engaged. She’d been wary at first, but Cain had won her over. Now, Bonnie Adler totally loved him.

Jet looked around at her friends. “Let’s go.”

There was a flurry of activity. Devyn held open the tent flap as Jet ducked outside.

It was a beautiful day with a vivid-blue sky overhead. They were on the rooftop of the Sentinel Security warehouse, and it had been transformed. There were urns of greenery and flowers everywhere, and most of the flowers were hot pink. Ahead, she saw a glimpse of the rows of white chairs where their guests sat.

A string quartet started, music filling the air.

“Ready?” Her mom held out her arm. She was walking Jet down the aisle.

“More than anything. I love him, Mom.”

“And he loves you.” Her mom kissed Jet’s cheek. “Watching you two, and your friends, has restored my faith in love.”

From nearby, Hadley smiled. “Okay, let’s get you married, because if we wait much longer, your man is going to come looking for you.”

The others all left to find their seats. Hadley was Jet’s only official bridesmaid, while Killian was standing up with Cain.

The music from the quartet swelled. Hadley went first, striding down the aisle, looking gorgeous. Jet clutched her mom’s arm as they walked down behind her.

Jet smiled at her guests. She saw Addie and Bram, each holding one of the twins: Murphy and Fiona. Bennett was with them, his eyes glued to his wife as she stalked down the aisle. Nearby were Nick and Lainie, and Nick’s sister, Nola. Matteo sat with his arm around a crying Gabbi.

In the row behind them sat Remi and Mav, and the rest of Mav’s billionaire friends and their wives. On the other side of the aisle sat the Norcross clan. Jet held back a smile. If a small army invaded, they’d regret it. There was enough firepower here to take down any invading force.

Killian’s sister Saskia was there with her husband, Cam Morgan. Vander Norcross and his wife Brynn sat with his brothers and the other Norcross employees, along with their other halves.

Norcross Security’s tech wizard, Ace Oliveira, stood at the end of one row, bouncing his tiny daughter on his hip. The fussy toddler was wearing a hot pink dress. He caught Jet’s gaze and winked.