Bliss' POV

Just when things were starting to look bright for us, this happened. I crawled over to Shane.

"Shane! Please, oh, please don't die!"

I looked down at him, but I didn't see any blood. I did, however, see Alexander trying to run. He has always been a coward.

Julian was able to catch up with him and tackle him to the ground. "Julian!" I screamed as loud as I could. The ambulance pulled up, and the paramedics immediately worked on Shane. I just sat on the ground and cried forever. I can't lose Shane or Julian!!

The paramedics also noticed Shane was not bleeding. They ripped off Shane's shirt. We all saw a bulletproof vest. They lifted Shane enough to take the vest off. Sure enough, the two bullets were lodged in the vest. "Mr. Landes is going to be okay. He got the wind knocked out of him from the impact."

Meanwhile, Julian was still wrestling with Alexander. Shane suddenly opened his eyes. I kissed him like crazy. "You're okay. The paramedics said you got the wind knocked out of you."

"Mr. Landes, would you like us to take you to the hospital?"

"I'm fine. My chest is a little sore, but I'm fine."

We suddenly gunshots. Shane and I jumped up and ran to where Julian and Alexander were fighting. They were both lying still on the ground. My heart felt like it had stopped.

I started crying profusely. Julian suddenly groaned and flipped over on his back. "Alexander is finally gone. He will never bother you again."

I walked over to Alexander, got on my knees, and started punching his lifeless body. "Good riddance, Alexander Mahoney!! You will never hurt my family or me ever again!! Go where you belong - buried six feet underground!" I just punched him and punched him. No one even tried to stop me until Shane helped me off the ground.

"Let's go, Darling. We are finally free of Alexander Mahoney." Shane wrapped his arms around me as we walked back to my truck. We gave statements to the police while the paramedics tended to Julian.

"Shane, I think you should at least go to the hospital. You could have bruised ribs or something."

I touched Shane's chest with my fingertips, and he flinched. "You're going to the hospital, and we are not arguing about it. Julian or Mason, can you get Shane a shirt before coming to the hospital?"

"Of course," Mason replied.

I dragged Shane with me over to the paramedics.

"Mr. Landes is going with you to the hospital to make sure he is okay. I want to come with him."

"Mr. Landes and Ms. Sanders, you can step into the ambulance, and we will be on the way."

We got in the ambulance, and off we went to the hospital.

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Shane walked into the emergency room on his own. They took him inside one of the exam rooms while I sat in the waiting room. I texted Mason and Julian about what hospital we were at. They said they were on the way.

Within ten minutes, Julian and Mason arrived at the hospital.

"We stopped at your penthouse and grabbed a shirt for Shane."

"Thanks."

After thirty minutes, Shane came out.

"No damage was done to my ribs. The doctor said if I feel any pain, I could take some Tylenol or Advil."

Now I can calm my nerves. "Thank you for coming. That is what I wanted to hear. Please call Jimmy. I am ready to get the heck out of New York. Mason and Julian, we will see you at the wedding at the end of the month. I'll drop you guys home."

"As soon as we get back to the house, I'll call him."

"There are Bluetooth connections in my Escalade. Please call Jimmy sooner."

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Narrator's POV

While on the way, Shane called Jimmy to see how soon he could fly Bliss and him back to Miami.

As soon as they pulled up to his house, Jimmy called back, saying the soonest he could fly back was 9:00 pm tonight.

As soon as the plane touched down in Miami, Shane had already called a limo service to come to pick them up. Both of them were so deep in sleep they never got out of their cabin seats. Jimmy landed the plane and then woke Shane to tell him they had arrived in Miami.

Shane tiredly carried Bliss off the plane and into the limo. He did the same thing as they reached the house, but they both crashed on the couch.

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Thursday, August 13th, 2020

Bliss' POV

I took the biggest yawn ever but thought we were still on the plane. I looked around, but we were in our house. You mean we flew into Miami, and I didn't even know? That means I slept from New York until now, and Shane carried me from the plane to whatever we rode in and into the house.

I looked at the big clock on our living room wall, which said, "10:00 am?! Oh my gosh, I slept that long?!"

Shane started tossing on the couch, but I grabbed a cover and placed it over him. And he went right back to sleep.

I went upstairs and did my daily routine. Then, I got dressed and went back downstairs. I intended to make a cup of coffee, but I knew the Keurig machine would wake Shane up. So, I grabbed my Navigator keys.

That's right - I treated my handsome hubby and myself to 2021 Lincoln Navigators. They are brand-new and fully loaded. And the salesman said we are the first two to drive the 2021 models in Miami, which don't officially come out until September. Shane's is black, and mine is blue.

I went to Starbucks and got myself a Cinnamon Dolce Latte. Then, I went to get something for us to eat from Chipotle. I love their burrito bowls.

I saw that a call was coming through from Shane. So, I pulled over. I do not talk and drive.

Bliss: "I was going to make some coffee but didn't want to wake you up. So, I went for a drive to Starbucks. I stopped at Chipotle for lunch for us. I am on my way home now. I pulled over to answer the call because I do not talk and drive."

Shane: "Okay. See you when you come home."

Shane disconnected the call. I started my truck back up and drove home.

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The sun was shining brightly, so Shane and I were eating lunch by the pool. Fortunately, part of our patio is enclosed in the shade, so that is where we ate.

"You could have woken me up. I hope you didn't hurt your ribs. You didn't have to carry me from the plane to the living room. Thank you."

"I feel fine. Get used to me carrying you. It's never going to stop. Just wait until I carry you over that threshold and to the bedroom for a night of pure pleasure."

I just started choking on my food. Shane began to give me the Heimlich maneuver, and the food came out. "You can't say stuff like that when I am eating." I took a few sips of water.

"Right, never do that again."

"What are we going to do for the rest of the day? And, do not say practice."

"Dang. How about we go for a ride around Miami? We could scout potential locations for your Miami store."

"That's a good idea. And today will be 'Spoil Shane Day.' Whatever you want, except me, I will buy it for you."

"Again, dang. I'll go get ready to get spoiled for the day."

"I'll take care of cleaning lunch away, and I will be waiting in my Navigator."

Shane left the patio. Then I grabbed our containers, put them in the trash, locked the patio doors, and grabbed my bag and keys.

As I watched Shane lock up our house, he went for the 'Miami Vice' Don Johnson look, and boy, did he look enticing - navy blue suit pants, white shirt with a few buttons opened, and a pair of loafers.

(Outfit to the right)

It was too hot for a jacket. And he made it extra sexy with a pair of sunglasses. I had to turn the air conditioner up higher than I already had it because of the sexiness.

"Why do you have it so cold in here?" Shane said as he got in my truck.

"Look at your outfit, and that will explain why." We then made our way, cruising through Miami.

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Shane's POV

We had a great day together. Even though Bliss spoiled me, we saw the perfect place for a location for The Elegant Canvas. So, we inquired about it.

We got an instant meeting with the owner. Bliss paid the market price for the space, and it is right in the heart of downtown Miami. This is huge!

We saw a fair in town too. Quite a few people recognized who we were. I told Bliss to go ahead and sign a few autographs, which she did. We got on the Ferris wheel and several other rides. We also ate so much junk food - hot dogs, cotton candy, Brazilian cheesecake funnel cake, candy apples, curly fries, etc.

There was even a fireworks show to end the night. We stayed to watch the fireworks.

As soon as we got home, we drank a two-liter of ginger ale between us. I haven't done that in a long time. I would do that all the time while living in London.

While on the way home, I remembered something. Bliss and I told everyone we were getting married, but I never proposed. That will change this coming Saturday. I need to call Mason for a favor.

Shane to Mason: "Hey, Mason, can you get these celebrities? I'm planning a date for Saturday night on the beach with Bliss. Dummy me, I have not proposed. She loves listening to..."

I told Mason the two names that Bliss listens to the most.

Mason to Shane: "I will try my best and let you know."

Shane to Mason: "Thanks. The date night will be for sunset around 7:00 pm. And, it would be best to send me a text or email."

Mason to Shane: "You're welcome, Shane. Have a good night."

I hope Mason can come through. If not, it will still be a special night.

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