21 Gavin The kids were tucked into bed, Piper was home watching movies with Sofia, and I was sitting on the couch with a beer wishing I could intrude on Piper without being an a*s. I was pretty sure there wasn’t a way. “I really like Piper,” Zoey said, joining me with a beer of her own and another for me. “I figured you’d go over there tonight.” I shook my head. “She and Sofia are spending time together. They have a Christmas tradition that got interrupted by being here.” “And you’re sore about it. That’s interesting.” “What does that mean?” Zoey chuckled. “It means you really like her. More than maybe any girl I’ve heard about you liking.” “What are you talking about? I’ve liked girls this much before.” Zoey shook her head. “I don’t think so. Not so much that you’re pouting when

