Chapter 69

Rob burst out laughing.

“You bastard!” said Duke. “Like I wouldn’t creep into your bed in the middle of the night anyway.”

“Sounds like a good place to be right now. Let’s finish the port and head up.”

* * * *

Having someone in bed next to him was a novelty. After some kissing and cuddling they lay side by side on their backs, Rob feeling more contented than he could ever remember feeling. Outside, the wind continued to howl. Sleet and hail pelted the windows. Even though the fire downstairs was doing its job, there was still a nip in the air

“Nothing like a warm bed when all of that’s going on outside,” said Rob.

“Cosy, isn’t it?” said Duke, snuggling in closer to Rob. “Nicer when you have someone in bed with you.”

“You can say that again.”