Poppy: Bride of Alaska (American Mail-Order Bride 49) (16 page)

“Last year at this time, I yearned to be with my family, but only to prove to them that I was worthy of love. But with all of you, I have nothing to prove. You love me for who I am, and you give that love freely, without restrictions. It may have taken me a while, but I now realize that
you
are the only family I need or want in my life. Thank you.”

Turning to Poppy, he pulled her into his arms, pulling her close to him and gazing into her eyes until her insides felt as wobbly as a newborn colt.

“Poppy, a little over a year ago, we changed each others’ lives. Since then, you’ve become a teacher, a missionary, a dressmaker, and a part-time nurse at my office in town. When our contracts are up at the mission, I think we’re both looking forward to dedicating ourselves to the practice, but I have no illusions that you will abandon all your other passions, nor would I want you to. Honestly, I can’t wait to find out what your next role will be.”

The love coming off him in waves made her want to melt into a puddle but she couldn’t help grinning up at him as he brushed a wayward lock from her forehead.

“I can tell you what role that will be right now,” she said, with a laugh. “Mother.”

For the second time that night, you could hear a pin drop on carpet.
 

“Mother?” he whispered, his voice hoarse with emotion.

At her happy nod, he whisked her into a spin around the room, laughing and crying at the same time. They were both too overcome to speak, so Vladimir took over.

“What joyous night for us all. Let us drink to love and health!
Vashe zrodovye!
”

Matthew picked up his glass of vodka but handed Poppy a mug of wassail with a wink.

“To love!”

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