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

Bobby had pointed out his best estimate of John and Dean’s location on a set of blueprints. Too bad the cramped passageway didn’t come close to the pristine map, all straight lines and sharp angles on paper.


Nick blinked, his eyes watering from the irritants he couldn’t avoid. He had learned the hard way that using his hands to wipe only made things worse. His every movement kicked up thick clouds of dirt and debris, blinding him and clogging his airways.


At least the small space was drier. Nick coughed into his shoulder. Of course, like the punch line to a cruel joke, raindrops hit his head, trickling down the back of his neck. Well, mostly dry. Quieter too. In fact, almost eerily so as long as he didn’t count the unnerving groans when the frame shifted. The sounds filled him with panic, forcing him to stop and wait. Breathless and positive this time the wreck would fold in on him.


Chapter 21