When the tiki torches were lit, dinner wrapped up quickly. Francesca and Lucinda walked into the garden from the hotel patio, taking some of Jojo’s surprise birthday cake as leftovers.
“Happy early thirtieth birthday, baby brother,” Jizelle said, kissing Jojo on the cheek.
“Yeah, happy birthday, old man,” Roger said, hugging Jojo.
“Thanks, both of you.” Jojo smiled and watched them both walk off.
Sheila and Pete hugged both Adam and Jojo. “We had an amazing weekend. So, so amazing. I must have a million pictures.”
“I’m so glad to have met you, Sheila. And, Pete, thanks for always having Adam’s back.”
“Of course,” Pete said. “He’s my wing man and best friend.” Adam and Jojo watched the two head back to the hotel.
“It’s just the two of us,” Adam said finally. “Come on, I’ve got a surp
