When they arrived home, and Jarod rushed out of the truck to Tyler’s side to help him. They walked to the house arm in arm, Tyler leaning on Jarod as he opened the door.
Once inside with the door closed behind them, Tyler couldn’t wait. “Jarod, I want to—”
“Ty, I need to—”
Both men went to speak at the same time. Fearing what Jarod might say, Tyler continued, not allowing Jarod to cut him off again. This might be Tyler’s last chance to get Jarod to understand how much Tyler truly loved him.
“Jarod, I want to explain why I lied to you.” Tyler had trouble meeting Jarod’s gaze. “Why I kept secrets from you.”
“Ty, you don’t have to—”
“Yes, I do.” Even though Jarod didn’t want Tyler to continue, Tyler needed to get this out. “Please just give me a chance.”
“Okay.” Jarod stood rigid in fr
