Page 48 of Slapdash
The brigade applauds. The more orthodox wish us mazel tov and the rest say good luck.
Later, the sun sets behind the apartment building. Now that everyone’s gone home, I walk her at to ocean’s edge and the conversation turns to the future.
“Lanita, if you want, I can quit bounty hunting. We have plenty of money. I can’t imagine needing more.”
Brows creased, she cups my cheeks. “Don’t you dare, Dashiell Montclair. My love for you includes your occupation. Besides, without the adventures of Dash and Landy, I fear our lives would turn dreadfully dull.”
A sliver in my heart dislodges and after a long kiss, I stare into her remarkable eyes. “Lanita Manuel? You are my magnet, and I am your iron. Let’s grow old together. We’ll take down bad guys and collect their bounties while loving each other more every day. I love you now and forever, firefly.”
Lashes wet, she holds my gaze and takes my hands, “And I love you, my dear adrenaline addicted bounty hunter.”
Her wide grin makes me chuckle. I can’t believe how far we’ve come and quite honestly, I look forward to what tomorrow will bring.
THE END for now…
