Epilogue
Ashton grabbed Rafael’s hand before knocking and entering Megan and Ben’s house. He wasn’t looking forward to the night exactly, but it was ten times better than it had been in the years since his mother had passed away. This time Rafael was with him, and he wouldn’t have to sit and stare at Megan and Ben while he pretended to enjoy Christmas.
Holidays were for children. Three adults desperately trying to mimic a happy Christmas was dreadful. At least, this year, he wouldn’t be a third wheel.
“Ready?” He kept his voice low so Megan wouldn’t hear him as she came to greet them.
“I don’t see what I need to get ready for. It’s food.”
Ash grinned. “I know.” But Christmas wasn’t only food. The last few years, it had been the day he’d been the most aware of not having someone spe
