Chapter 16

“Want to stay over?” Edward asked Jim as they stood outside, waving goodbye to the other guys. He had his arms wrapped around Jim from behind. Jim smelled faintly of toasted marshmallows.

Jim laughed. “With Heloise right there?”

“We could just sleep, you know? Cuddle together.”

Jim pulled away and looked at Edward. “We haven’t done that yet. Spend the night together.”

“I know.” Edward kept his gaze steadily on Jim. “Too soon?”

Jim shook his head. “I don’t think so.”

“You could leave the same time as me when I go to the restaurant. That way you won’t have to face Heloise.”

“Not to mention be home to feed Butters.”

“That, too. And then I wouldn’t have to worry about you driving home after all those martinis.”

“Are you worried?”

“Can’t help it. I mean, I know you stopped a while ago, but I care about you. I always have.” Before he could allow himself to be embarrassed by the admission, Edward took his hand. “Please?”