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

Their mouths clung, warm and reassuring until John forced himself to pull back, not much. Just a breath between him and his impossible dreams. Despite his internal commands, the rest of his body refused to release his fierce grip on the handsome doctor. There would be bruises on Nick’s fair skin tomorrow. If there even was a tomorrow.


“I guess this means you’re happy to see me.”


Nick smiled at John. A gentle, hesitant expression barely visible in the small halo of light from the abandoned flashlight. Anger. Jagged and inexplicable anger surged through John at that smile. His hands slid over Nick’s biceps and he gave him a brutal shake.


“What are you doing here? Are you crazy?” John demanded. His mind tortured by images of everything that could have happened to Nick. Everything that could still happen. His fingers tightened their bruising grip. “God.”


Chapter 23