“Eww. Uncle and Rory are kissing.” They smiled into the kiss. “Honey, you’re not supposed to be out here. I told you to stay in the house while Rory talked to Jacob.” “Even when we told him not to, the stubborn asshole.” “I heard that, brother.” “You were meant to.” Rory pulled away from Jacob, sliding his fingers into and Jacobs squeezing them tightly. “I told you not to come out here, brother. He said he wanted to be alone. You need to take the hint that alone means alone.” “Maybe I can’t take a hint.” “Damn straight you can’t.” “Can l look now, mommy?” They both looked at the little girl laughing. “You can look now, princess, promise we’re not kissing.” Rory laughed. She took her hands from her eyes and looked at them, their hands clasped together. “Men don’t hold hands. Why