The Doctor's Fake Fiancée by Victoria James

Quinn, I know they’d be really proud of you today, Evan said, holding up his glass.Īll right, Schmaltz family, I think we’re done with the toasts, Jake said wryly. Quinn’s brothers had shared the honored position, and Claire spent the day being sandwiched between the two of them as maid of honor.Īnd to the maid of honor, Quinn said, smiling at her.Īnd to Mom and Dad. To the best men, Holly said, smiling and holding up her glass to Evan and Jake. She had married the man she’d loved since she was a teenager. Today all of Holly’s dreams had come true. They were perfect for each other, and anyone who saw them together knew it. Quinn wrapped his arms around her from behind, still holding his champagne flute. I never thought I’d have a family again-and now I have one that is better than I could have imagined, she said, tears filling her eyes. Evan and Jake, you’ve made me feel like family right from day one and I will never, ever forget that. Claire, you’ve always been like a sister to me. The five of them were standing together for one last chat before Quinn and Holly left for the night. The live band was playing soft music, and Holly and Quinn’s daughter, Ella, was dancing with a few children on the dance floor. But now that the night was coming to an end, only a few guests were still meandering around the ballroom. The ceremony in the charming chapel had been poignant, and the reception a true celebration of the couple’s new life together. The event had been straight out of an issue of Martha Stewart Weddings. Everything was perfect, Claire said with a smile, her eyes taking in the Edwardian ballroom again. She forced those thoughts aside and focused on these last few minutes with the bride and groom. Or the fact that he’d basically just said he’d never wear a tuxedo again, which pretty much meant he was never intending on getting married. Today wasn’t about Claire and her ridiculous, lifelong crush on Jake Manning. You’re the only woman I’d wear a tux for, Jake said, giving Holly a hug.Ĭlaire’s heart dipped, but she held her smile intact. Welcome to the family, Evan Manning said, leaning down to give Holly a kiss. Holly had claimed love, Quinn, and happily ever after. Her eyes glistened with tears, and her smile hadn’t wavered all day.

Holly’s cheeks were flushed with an unbridled happiness. To Holly and Quinn, Jake Manning said, holding up his champagne flute.Ĭlaire Holbrook raised her glass, toasting to her best friend and her new husband.

The Doctor's Fake Fiancée by Victoria James