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corner of Casey’s office. “You are going to be a fabulous mother one day.”
    â€œAny idea when that will be?” Casey said wryly.
    â€œDon’t rush it,” Julie said with a chuckle. “They are sweet to hold and snuggle with, but they come with a ton of responsibility—and equipment.” Looking around the office, she motioned to the crib, stroller, toys, diaper bag, and car seat. “She practically needs her own wing in the house.”
    â€œI think we need all of this stuff more than she does. Something that makes noise and is colorful to look at, and a pair of arms to cuddle her with, and she’s happy as a clam.”
    Julie snorted with laughter and then covered her mouth. “You keep telling yourself that. And while you’re riding your magical unicorn home, let me know how it goes when those arms that are busy cuddling need to actually answer the phone or cook dinner or get dressed or—”
    â€œOkay, okay, I get it. Sheesh! Don’t worry about us. Go and get your bride and groom set with their food and venue; Savannah and I will be fine.” She looked down and felt her heart skip a beat as Savannah smiled so sweetly at her. “Just remember to keep your phone on,” she added for good measure.
    â€œUh-huh.” Coming around the desk, Julie kissed her baby girl on the head and promised Casey she’d get back as soon as possible. Once the door was closed behind her, Savannah’s lip began to quiver.
    â€œOh no, sweetheart,” Casey said softly. “It’s okay. We’re going to have fun together. I promise.” She wasn’t sure if the baby actually understood her—or believed her—but she was thankful that the lip quiver didn’t turn into a full cry.
    An hour later, Savannah was down for a nap and Casey was going through her messages. There were several inquiries from potential clients, and once she had responded to them all, she began going through her roster of current clients and confirming what she needed to be doing for them.
    Mac and Gina’s wedding was at the top of her list, and not only because of her meeting with Ryder earlier. There was still so much to do, and it was going to be the first time that she was having to make all of the crucial decisions without the bride being right there beside her. Picking up her phone, she dialed William Montgomery’s work number and waited patiently while his assistant put him on the line.
    â€œCasey,” he said, and she heard the smile in his voice. “How are you today?”
    â€œFine, thanks. I just wanted to see what your schedule was like for the end of the week. Would you be available to take the drive down and tour the two venues?”
    His silence seemed to drag on before he finally spoke. “Actually, I have a pretty full schedule this week. Can it wait until the middle of next week?”
    â€œUnfortunately, no. If we don’t reserve now, we risk losing one or both. I would hate for that to happen.”
    â€œI haven’t had the opportunity to speak to Ryder, but—”
    â€œHow about I see what I can do? Maybe if I sweet-talk both of the managers, they’ll hold the date for me until you are able to come and see them for yourself?”
    â€œThat won’t be necessary. I’m sure Ryder can do this one thing for me. After this, I promise to be more accessible. This all just came out of the blue, and so I wasn’t prepared for it. But now that I know that you’re going to need me to come down there, I’ll block off some days and we can go through everything. How does that sound?”
    She supposed that it could work. If it meant only having to work with Ryder one afternoon rather than multiple ones, Casey would be able to mentally prepare herself.
    Maybe.
    Hopefully.
    â€œCasey?”
    Oh, right. William was waiting for her response. “That should be fine. You can have him call my office,