Chapter 162

I glanced at him. ‘My what?’ ‘Wedding,’ Ashton said. ‘We’re already married,’ I said automatically. ‘Contractually,’ he murmured. ‘Not exactly what I meant.’ Yvaine stood. ‘Excuse me, I’m going to the ladies’.’ ‘Need me to come with?’ I asked. ‘Nah.’ She smiled at Ashton. ‘You’ve got company.’ I followed her with my eyes. She didn’t look upset, but she took a wide detour to avoid walking past Cassian’s table. ‘You’re quiet,’ Ashton said. ‘I’m watching the fallout of a terrible snap decision.’ ‘Yours or hers?’ I turned to face him properly. His tie was still perfect. He hadn’t loosened it. His posture hadn’t changed since we sat down, spine straight, hands resting lightly on the tablecloth, eyes impossible to read. Only his thumb moved, tracing a slow line against the side of his wine glass. ‘Why are you asking me about weddings?’ I asked. ‘We’re here, aren’t we? Such an occasion naturally brings that topic to mind. Seemed reasonable to check what you like.’ I blinked at him. ‘Are you t