Chapter 7

“Probably,” Tim said. “But it don’t take much to set him off. He does that a lot. Well, you fellas have a good day. I better get on to workin’ with some a my other kids. You be careful, Hank. Reggie’s probably gonna be lookin’ for another coach.”

Brad looked at Hank, who just smiled and shook his head.

4: Christmas Surprises

Brad opened his eyes, rolled over and checked the clock on the bedside table. Rolling back onto his side he put his hand on Hank’s still-sleeping shoulder, leaned in and nibbled the man’s ear.

“Hey, cowboy,” he whispered. “You said we needed to be up to ride at six, and it’s six.”

Hank groaned and turned toward Brad, his eyes still closed. “Gotta take care a something first,” he said, his voice husky with sleep.

“What’s that?” Brad asked, anticipating the answer and pressing his body against that of his man

“This,” Hank answered, kissing Brad, and sliding his tongue between Brad’s lips.