The flashes continued to bombard us as she whispered ”You ready? Is this okay?”

I nodded and returned a smile, trying to contain the blush that threatened to rush up my neck and cheeks from both her breath on my skin and the honor of being so publicly escorted by this amazing, stunning woman.

Bo started our walk, pausing for pictures here and there. Her hand never left my hip, keeping a possessive hold on me the length of the walk. She moved us gracefully with kind words and proud smiles for all, leaving no question about whether or not Bo had finally settled down. When we reached the entrance we turned back to the crowd all clamoring for our attention. All I could see was my mom and dad looking the happiest they had in years as they waved at us and started their own trek inside.

We pushed through the front door of the ballroom to pose in front of the charity sign and was greeted by a familiar face. ”Scotty?”

”Hi Lauren, Bo. You two look positively radiant tonight,” he beamed, looking drop dead handsome in his tuxedo even though he was there taking photos.

”I hired him as our official photographer for the event.”

”Yes and thank you so much. I’m having a great time and I hope everyone loves the photos.”

”I’m sure they will be wonderful. Thank you and make sure to get some dinner later okay?”

”Will do boss.” He gave her a thumbs up and took our picture.

”See you later Scotty.”

”Later.”

We made our way through the crowd into the gigantic ballroom packed with people and surveyed the scene. The Jeep I was giving away was parked in the center. Mandy was in the corner looking quite cozy with Kierstyn. Mandy was wearing the same tux I almost bought and wearing it well. Guess it was a good thing Bo talked me into the gown. Their interaction was interesting. Go gave me an intrigued look echoing my own curiosity. I would definitely have to check in on that later.

To the left, Charlie and her fiance’ Derek were dressed to the hilt and mingling with another couple that I’d recognized from the sports world, but I couldn’t place the name. I’d only seen photos of Charlie’s fiance’ on her phone. Staring across the room at him now, he looked a lot like Hugh Jackman. She certainly landed and handsome one. I just hoped he treated her well.