Total pages in book: 80
Estimated words: 75871 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 379(@200wpm)___ 303(@250wpm)___ 253(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 75871 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 379(@200wpm)___ 303(@250wpm)___ 253(@300wpm)
“I feel like I’ve created a monster, and I should probably feel bad about that, but I don’t. Let me feel that talented mouth of yours, and you can have a whole fucking box of cereal if you want,” Vince said, which was exactly what Colby wanted.
He took Vince’s cock into his mouth, loving the morning musky scent of him and the taste of his skin. He was getting better at this, bobbing on Vince’s cock in unison with his hand until Vince exploded in his mouth.
He was lucky enough to have Vince return the favor afterward, and when they sat down at the table, both opting for cereal for breakfast, Colby realized he basically hadn’t stopped smiling all morning.
And it was all because of Vince.
“Hey, brother.” Holden gave Vince a hug when they got to their place. Most everyone was there already. Their parents and siblings hadn’t come out, but Clint, August, Deacon, Grady, and the kids were there, along with Merilee and Ozzy, and Lindsey and Larry.
“Hey, man,” Vince replied, returning the affection before they headed toward the picnic tables where everyone was congregating.
Roe manned the grill. He thought of himself as a barbecue expert, something Colby liked to tease him about.
“Deke, did you bring us some ice cream?” Colby asked.
“Yep. I handled dessert for everyone.” Deacon gave the kind smile he was known for, making his handsome face even more attractive.
“He’s got a new flavor. It’s a surprise, though,” Grady added, wrapping his arm around his partner.
Colby felt a pinch in his chest. That wasn’t anything new, not really. Being around all the happy couples…it reminded him at times that something inside him was broken, different from others because he wasn’t capable of having that. Even when it came to Vince, they were similar in not wanting the marriage and all that, but Vince had been in love before. He had a feeling Vince would fall in love again someday. He’d just decided not to now because of fear.
Still, whatever it was Colby was feeling while looking at his friends didn’t feel the same this time. He couldn’t put his finger on what it was, and frankly, he didn’t want to think about it right then. He just wanted to enjoy the day.
“Of course that’s the first thing you ask about.” Vince nudged him with his arm.
“Just making conversation,” Colby countered.
“About treats. I notice you didn’t ask your brother about those ribs that smell so good.” He cocked a brow.
“Yeah, what’s up with that?” Roe teased.
“Uh-oh. I don’t want to get in the middle of a sibling rivalry,” Deacon countered, and they all chuckled.
“The food smells good, but the ice cream will be better.” Colby winked, and Roe playfully charged him. He dodged his brother, who came at him again, this time catching him.
They wrestled around like a couple of kids, until Colby managed to get the better of his brother, who said, “Goddamn it. I’m too old for this shit.”
They were both on their backs and panting.
“You get better with age, darlin’.” Holden held his hand out for Roe and pulled him to his feet, just as the kids approached, Wyatt holding his girlfriend’s hand.
“Gross. The closer we get to the wedding, the mushier they get,” Wyatt teased.
“I think it’s sweet,” Bianca added.
“Do you think it’s sweet when your parents do it?” Wyatt asked, and she frowned.
“Okay, well, I can see your point.”
“Hey”—Roe ruffled Wyatt’s hair—“you should be happy you’re surrounded by so much love.”
“You know I am, Dad. I just wouldn’t be doing my job as your son if I didn’t give you crap.”
“We taught him well,” Lindsey added, and the group laughed again.
Colby went to stand up, but Vince held his hand out for him like Holden had done for Roe. Colby took it, letting his friend tug him to his feet, immediately noticing the absence of Vince’s hand when he let go. That thought made his gut twist up some. Had he ever missed the touch of anyone else he was sleeping with before? He was positive he hadn’t.
“You guys wanna play football?” Sean asked.
Scout and Reese immediately said yes. Colby noticed Scout’s pink-painted nails, and Reese had his black. He loved that the kids felt comfortable being themselves in Briar County. Colby wasn’t dumb. He knew that wasn’t always the case, especially in small towns like theirs, but they had their safe space here. Colby understood how special Harmony was because of that.
“I think I’m going to hang with Bianca,” Wyatt replied.
Sean crossed his arms. “She can play.”
“No way,” she replied. “You can go, though,” she told Wyatt, who shook his head.
“Young love,” Vince said softly to him, and Colby nodded, his pulse speeding in a way he didn’t understand.
Sean rolled his eyes, but Colby wasn’t sure anyone else saw it. “Now we don’t have an even number. Uncle Holden?”