“Forever and ever.”
We kissed longer and harder.
“And professional support.” Goose picked up his story where he’d left off right after. “Cruz is seeing a counselor, too, which is good, and taking his meds.”
“That’s important.”
“Yes. I think he’s in a good place. He likes a girl. He’s excited about school…I offered up Rip and Shell to help him with his homework.”
“Perfect.”
Goose yawned and stretched. His somewhat musky scent was a turn-on, and also told me he hadn’t showered yet for the day. “He wants me to talk to Jose,” he sleepily said. “I told him I wish I could. I promised to try. Like everyone else would want, he just hopes his brother’s happy…at peace.”
“I hope so, too.”
“We’ll have to find out. Mae is awesome, though. I told her I’m looking forward to getting to speak with
