ALEX
I place my phone on the nightstand as Zander joins me on the bed.
“Are you sure Lance wouldn’t miss you tonight?” I ask teasingly as I turn to my side, facing him.
He scoffs. “I think I’m the one who misses him.”
“That was a good call. Not letting him break up with you.”
It takes a moment before he responds. “I think I’m done pushing the people I love away.”
“Good,” I say, smiling widely. I pinch his cheek. “Aigoo, my nam-dong-saeng is all grown up.”
“Namdongwhat?”
“It’s Korean. It means younger brother.”
He makes a face. “I’m five hours older than you.”
I smile, accepting defeat.
He clears his throat. “Can I say something?”
“Just say it, brother. I love you too.”
“Yes, me too. Uhm… Finn told me you’re having nightmares?”
I nod, closing my eyes. “Sometimes, yeah.”
“You
