“Is he still asleep?” Aubrey asked as she held the door open.
Nicolas stepped in carrying the boy sound asleep on his shoulder. They had let the kids play until the younger ones began to drop. Silas and Ava each carried out one of their younger boys as did Macey and Julius though Lyra made a desperate attempt to stay awake. Lucas cradled Zoe while Nicolas eagerly claimed Jamie.
At first he wasn’t sure about the best way to carry the little boy but seeing the way both Julius and Silas held their little ones over their shoulders he quickly copied them. It was surprisingly secure and seemingly comfortable as Jamie’s fingers quickly gripped Nicolas’s collar as if seeking reassurance from his untested father.
Glancing at Aubrey he found her watching him with uncertain eyes. Maybe she need
