Page 57 of Fated Angel
“Everything,” Colt echoes, the words a vow.
Just like Gabby’s were.
Her lips meet his in a kiss that seals their shared promise of forever. The sun dips low, casting an amber glow over the fine, white sand—a perfect backdrop for the promise of intimacy that hangs between them like the ripe fruit on the nearby trees. As the kiss deepens, Gabby feels herself sinking into the sensation, her senses filled with the taste of salt on Colt's skin, the gentle hum of the vast ocean, and the warm press of his body against hers. This is the peace they fought for.
The love they sacrificed for.
The future they almost died for.
A sudden vibration against her thigh jerks Gabby back to reality. Reluctantly breaking the kiss, she fishes the phone from the pocket of her sundress. Her brow furrows as she reads the message from an unknown number, the words slicing through the tranquility like a shard of ice.
Sierra’s been kidnapped. Arielle's in danger.
"Colt," she whispers, urgency lacing her voice.
Their eyes meet, a silent understanding passing between them. Resolve hardens in Gabby’s chest. She didn’t ask for this life, but she will fight for it—and those she loves—until her last breath.
The colors of paradise drain away to be replaced by a familiar surge of adrenaline. They stand in unison, hands clasping each other with a grip that’s both protective and empowering. In a swift, fluid motion, Gabby feels the rush of air as her wings unfurl behind her, a cascade of gleaming white feathers reflecting the last rays of sunlight. Beside her, Colt’s own wings snap out, vast and black as a moonless night, the embodiment of his strength and resilience.
Together, they stand on the edge of the ocean, eyes fixed on the horizon and hearts beating in tandem. Their linked hands aren’t just a symbol of unity but a declaration of readiness. With wings spread wide, Gabby knows that no matter what lies ahead, their bond is unbreakable.
They will face this as they always have—with courage, with determination, and with each other.