Chapter 14
It took nearly twice as long as it otherwise would have to get back to the house. Dom followed behind Kiko’s truck, eyes fixed on the taillights, hoping awkwardly gripping the wheel wasn’t going to screw up Kiko’s driving too much. In the end, when they returned it was past ten, and they were both exhausted. Dom opened the door and flicked on the lights. Travis wasn’t around, but Mother waddled out to stare at them.
“I don’t think I could be happier I have the day off tomorrow,” said Dom, watching Kiko check the lock on the door.
“Don’t sleep in too late,” said Kiko, not looking at him. “Who’s going to get our painkillers?”
They’d both needed a couple stitches, Dom on the side of his head, Kiko for a particularly nasty puncture on his palm. Dom stared at him, impressed despi
