Page 15 of A Very Denarius Christmas

The group joined in. “Nine.”

“Eight.”

“Seven.”

“Six.”

“Five.”

“Four.”

“Three.”

“Two.”

“One. Happy New Year!” The group cheered as the fireworks show began. The dragonets oohed and awed at the pretty sparkly colors. The reflections shone brightly in their wide eyes.

“What did you wish for?” Alex asked from beside me.

I glanced around, filled with so much love. “Nothing. The Goddess has already fulfilled all my lifelong wishes. I love you, Alex.”

He stretched up and kissed me. “I love you too, Ionus.”