Chapter 53

Makai hadn’t bought any spare toothbrushes, so Emil couldn’t brush his teeth and seemed annoyed about that. He knew the value in routines while you were recovering, though, and made a mental note to buy extra stuff just in case it would be needed later.

“I’d offer you mine, but that’s just weird,” Makai said, grinning.

“Thanks for the thought…?” Emil looked cute as hell in Makai’s T-shirt, especially with the pout he had going on.

Makai found Emil the extra pillow and blanket he’d need, and once the couch was set, they left a light on in the living room and went into the bedroom together.

They took the kittens and placed them on Makai’s bed, then sat there with the babies and a very affectionate Mouse, for a while, just chatting.