Seth.Graham had afewbones to pick with his little brother when he returned to the motel. Yet, being upset with him was not an option. Had the tables been turned—Graham would have done the same thing and kept his mouth shut…and let Seth be pleasantly surprised.
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It was just one more shot of excitement—and confirmation—that Graham asked about Mark. Yet, with thoughts of Mark, came a pang of needling guilt. He had invited Mark along, so they could spend this time together. Now, there was Graham…
Of course, Mark understood and was happy for him. But Micah couldn’t help feeling bad about the situation. What if Mark’s excitement was just a show, and underneath it all, he was feeling shunned?
You suggested the two of you date and he said no. He’s in love with Jeff and wants to get back with him. His excitement for youis notstaged.
“Are you planning on spending Christmas at your dad’s place alone?” Micah asked.
Graham nodded.
Micah sighed. “I’m sorry.” He shook his head. “But I can’t allow that.” A small smile formed. “You will spend Christmas with us.”
“I don’t want to impose…”
“You won’t be,” Micah said. “Last year, wedidmake your dad a part of our family…so that makes you a part of it as well.”
Graham smiled, a warmth in his eyes that heated Micah through and through. “You’re a hard man to say no to, Micah Rose.”
Raising his cup to his lips, Micah gazed at him over the rim. “Good to know.”
