Tired of relationships gone bad, Doctor Nick Davros has sworn off dating. Between his student loans and his erratic work schedule, he doesn’t have the time or the energy to spare. Of course, that’s when Construction Supervisor John Turner walks into his clinic. Not just once, but twice. Despite his attraction, Nick is determined to not give in. He couldn’t bear it if John became the one sitting across the table giving him the break-up speech. John Turner is tired of being alone and wants a family again. He gave up a scholarship in favor of construction work in order to raise his brother and sister. Now, just like his college boyfriend, they are embarrassed by his blue-collar life. He’s attracted to the delectable Dr. Davros, but when he makes his move Nick turns him down. When tragedy strikes, it’s up to Nick to make a house call they’ll never forget. Will their 3rd meeting be the charm to bring their opposite worlds together?

3rd Time's the Charm

“Doctor?” The paramedic working with him questioned before another physician from the clinic stepped in to take Nick’s place.


Nick squelched over to the overhang where a group of firefighters and the less injured of the construction crew had gathered. He hovered at the outer fringe. Close enough to overhear without being in the way.


“I’m telling you, it’s too unstable.” The fireman, his bulk accented by his turnout gear, waved his hands in exhausted emphasis.


The conversation grew heated. Nick didn’t understand half the terms flung around. He stared at the rescue efforts, searching for John with dazed insistence.


Nick recognized the voice first. Then the person when Bobby Gonzales ran his forearm over his face, smearing the thick covering of mud and exposing the features hidden beneath.


“Dammit, I know the tolerances. The supports aren’t going to hold much longer. We’ve got to get them out now.”


Chapter 20