Chapter 33“Ry!” Jasper shouts, so surprised to see Ryan that he’s practically shaking and unable to move. He wants to get out of the bath. He wants to throw himself at Ryan. But he’s immobilized with shock.
Ryan’s here. He’s finally here.
“Surprise.” Ryan smiles and places his phone down on the counter. With no hesitation or care in the world for the fact he’s still dressed, Ryan climbs in the bath with Jasper and wraps his arms around him, hugging him tight. “I’m so sorry it’s taken me so long.”
Jasper’s eyes fill with tears at the instant relief and comfort of Ryan’s arms holding him together. “How are you here?” he whispers with a waver in his voice, melting into the loving embrace he’s been needing for so long.
“As soon as I could get on a flight, I got on the flight. I’ve been dyi
