Tom Foster and Noah Webster have been together for three years. In that time, Tom has completed his doctorate, Noah has begun working on his master's, and both men have come into their own as performers. Suddenly international recognition becomes a reality instead of a dream. They even perform at the dedication of a concert hall at the University of Aragoni.<br><br>But it's not all smooth sailing. They still have to battle Noah's Uncle Joe over the division of property he owned with Noah's late father. Tom's father has been distant ever since Tom chose music over law school. And Noah's mother's attitude toward his relationship with Tom leaves something to be desired. With their busy performance schedules, will Tom and Noah be able to make peace with their parents and get a fair deal?

The Performers

“That doesn’t look or smell like hospital food,” a voice said from the doorway.


“Babs,” Mrs. Foster said, “and Jonathan. What a pleasant surprise.”


“It’s more of a surprise than you know, Mom,” Tom said, looking at his sister. “Look at her left hand. She just happens to be holding it so you can see the ring.”


“That’s hardly a surprise,” Mrs. Foster said. “I’ve seen it coming for quite a while. When did this happen?”


“Last night,” Barbara said. “Isn’t the ring gorgeous?”


“Next June. Needless to say, I expect you to play and Noah to sing.”


“That we can do, sis, provided it’s very early in June.”


“Why very early in June?” Mrs. Foster said.


“Well, it’s not quite cast in concrete, but I’ll probably be on a concert tour in the UK next summer from mid-June until mid-August.”


“That’s wonderful,” Mrs. Foster said.


“That it is,” Barbara said, “and I think we can work around your schedule.”


Chapter 51