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We’re his babies. We just happen to be bigger than he is. With a nod, I exit the building, passing Sheriff McCallister on his way back into the station.
Daniel waits impatiently by Dad’s car. Seeing me exit, he taps the roof.
CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR
Michael
I roll my neck again. That bench really was a bitch to sleep on.
But at least I slept.
I look over at Daniel, who’s driving our father’s car.
“I love you,” I say aloud, needing him to hear it.
I turn away, looking out of the side window. I don’t need him to respond. I just wanted him to hear it.
The firehouse comes into view, causing me to smirk. Not wanting to stop for any reason, Daniel took the long way to the cabin, knowing Mom is coming the other way on her way to the station. The man missed his wife and daughter.
“I love you, too,” he replies.
I swallow the emotions that rise. I will never tire of hearing his voice say those words.
I’ve always known my brother loves me. After all, actions speak louder than words, but still, knowing and hearing are two different things.
The car picks up speed as we near the turnoff to our private road.
“You want us to take Belle tonight?” I offer.
“No, I want to cuddle with my family.”
“That woman has turned you into a marshmallow.”
Daniel glances at me, and together, we share a wide grin.
Kaleb waits out front on the driveway for us. Mom must have told him we were on our way. His face is sprinkled with a day’s worth of stubble. I rub my chin where my own grows. My brother looks more awake than I expected, his stance wide and solid. Kaleb is dressed in the same sweatshirt and jeans as yesterday. He’s not relaxed yet. He’s still on guard. A wide smile forms on his face as Daniel stops the car.
Our women stand just inside the doorway.
I frown as we climb out. Why are they staying inside?
It’s like someone shouted go. As soon as we pass Daniel’s truck, both Charlie and Lara sprint out of the house. Charlie zooms past me, launching herself at her husband. At first, I think Lara is about to do the same, but she skids to a stop a foot away.
She’s waiting for permission.
This woman.
Stretching out my arms, I silently do just that. Taking a few steps and a big jump, Lara wraps her arms and legs around me.
She’s showered recently, and the smell of my citrus body wash wraps around me the same time she does. Her pink sweatshirt is thick and bulky. Another borrowed outfit.
Her hair is loose and wavy. The long strands whip me in the face, and despite how tight we hold each other, my body only reacts with arousal. My cock grows hard in my jeans as I hold her close.
I feel smothered, and I love it. I’ve missed her.
I wait for the panic, the pain, but nothing comes. Just warmth in my chest as I hold her close.
“Told them to stay inside until the two of you were officially back. They both listened very well,” Kaleb compliments.
