Retired from the police force after a tragic shooting, Jason Sweet hasn’t been back to his hometown, Sutter’s Bay, for fifteen years. With his mother’s final days approaching, Jason returns to make peace with his mother and his past. Part of that past includes former best friend and lover, Danny Yarrow.<br><br>Danny’s satisfied with his life as a drama teacher at the local high school, but the one thing missing is the love of a good man. He’s only too happy to be reunited with Jason. They’ve both grown and changed since their broken teenaged relationship. Jason hasn’t had an easy time of it since leaving Sutter’s Bay, but Danny intends to convince his friend and former lover that when it comes to taking chances, their love is worth it.

Sweet Reunion

“Well, not so great. I’m a little better now that Jason’s with me.” She sighed. “We wasted a lot of years, the two of us.”


Danny pretty much figured the years were mostly wasted on the part of Jason’s parents, but he kept his opinion to himself. Instead he said, “Yeah, I’m glad to see him back myself.”


Jason came outside carrying two plates of food. “Here we go.” He handed one to his mother and the other to Danny and then sat in the rocking chair after handing out forks.


“Aren’t you going to eat, honey?” Mrs. Sweet asked Jason.


“A little later. I’m not that hungry now.”


Danny’s lips twitched but he took a bite of the cashew chicken. “Mmm. It’s good.”


“Definitely,” she agreed. “You don’t know what you’re missing, Jason.”


He smiled and reached over to pat her shoulder. “I’m sure you’re right. More tea?”


Chapter 6