Chapter 5
Almost a year later
Chad’s eyes opened to see streaks of sunrise hues filtering in through the bedroom window. Lane, naked and beautiful, lay next to him on his left. Brick stirred too.
“Is he awake?” Brick whispered.
“No,” Chad said. “Does he know what we got him for his birthday?”
“I don’t think so.”
“I’m awake now,” Lane said with a sigh. “You guys are so noisy in the morning.”
“Well, happy twenty-third birthday, grumpy pants.” Brick said.
“Yeah, happy birthday,” Chad said.
“What were you guys whispering about?”
“Your gift.” Brick edged his legs to the side.
“Hey, let me help you up.” Chad moved to the end and got the crutches for him.
“It’d just be easier if you got the gift for him,” Brick said wryly.
“Okay,” Chad said, happy that Brick sat back down on the e
