“Your father is wise. And he’s been very successful.”

“Don’t tell him that. ‘Do I look rich? My wealth is in the ground, hanging from the trees,’” she mimicked. “Poor Mouth Paco—he could buy and sell Ted five times over.”

Scott ran a finger along her jaw. “His wealth is in his family. And my wealth will be in my wife and children. Marry me, Peyton. Belong to me. I’m not worth a damn without you.”