It was Anthony's turn to blink. “What did you say?” He rasped desperately… too desperately. Julian wasn't surprised by his mate's reaction. He, too, had reacted just like that the first time Anthony voiced his feelings.
“Let me touch your face.” Julian requested, stretching his hand. Anthony took hold of that hand and helped his mate cup his cheek. Julian smiled through tears, caressing Anthony's face.
“I said I love you, baby.” He repeated confidently.
“Say that again,” Anthony demanded. It felt euphoric to have the man who owns his heart confess to feeling the same.
“I love you, Anthony McCain.” Julian smiled. “I have loved you since the first day I laid my eyes on you in the halls of Red lions junior.” Anthony gasped. There was too much he was feeling, he couldn't put it into wor
