Lover Boy: All American Boy

“And I should believe you? I haven’t heard from you in months.”

“You don’t have to believe me, but you need to know.”

“Where have you been? Why didn’t you return my calls?”

“I wanted to call, but when I found out I was pregnant I went away for a weekend to think… and then I got sick, really sick. I was severely dehydrated and I spent the last few months in and out of the hospital. I didn’t say anything because I was afraid of losing the baby. But now that I’m feeling better, the doctor says I’m mostly in the clear. I’m sorry, Austin. I didn’t know where else to find you. I’m sorry to ruin your Christmas, but I just got to town a few minutes ago.”

Avery glances at Logan, clearly hearing the evidence of tears in her voice. Avery had spoken with Nikki quite often, but she had no idea she had been so sick.

Amy moves from her seat and enters the hallway. Avery can imagine that she wraps Nikki in her arms, comforting the mother of her grandchild.

Amy sits Nikki at the table and brings her a smorgasbord of food. Avery had already discussed with Nikki her staying with them since the landlord at the apartment had decided to rent out the place instead of honoring their year-long rental payment.

Austin stalks into the room and hugs them all once more before grabbing his jacket and leaving the house.

Avery looks at Logan, both questioning if it was a good idea to suggest that Austin and Nikki be their best man and maid of honor in the surprise wedding they planned to hold on New Year’s Eve.

Logan and Avery leave closely behind Austin, her exhaustion from the day catching up to her.

When they arrive at their house, Logan helps to undress her, taking pleasure at placing small kisses on her abdomen which has started to swell slightly.

“I can’t believe you’re pregnant with our children. I feel like everything in my life is coming together,” he whispers joyfully. “Thank you, Avery.”

“Thank you, Logan. For loving me and giving me this miracle - this gift of life.”

He rests her back on the bed and tucks her into his chest, the beat of his heart lulling Avery into a deep sleep. Her heart beats in his rhythm, the broken pieces completely sealed in his love.

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Keep reading for a look at the Book Two in the Welcome to Carson Series, Coming Together, featuring Austin and Nikki.

More Books by Renee Harless

The Welcome to Carson Box Set

Coming Alive

Coming Together

Coming Consumed

Coming Altered

Coming Innocent

Coming Unraveled

Coming Unplugged

Coming Home

The Stolen Series

Stolen Nights

Stolen Kisses