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

“They’re working on a plan now.” The lie rolled easily off Nick’s lips, smooth enough that John might have believed it if he hadn’t caught the fear in Nick’s eyes. “They sent me in to see how your friend was doing.”


John sat on his heels, careful not to knock his shoulders into the wall of debris. He exhaled, slow and deep while he pulled back in on himself.


“He’s not good.” The adrenaline spiked by Nick’s arrival drained away, leaving his voice weary. “His right arm is trapped. I tried, but I can’t free him.” John hated the defeat underlying his words. “I don’t know what to do next.”


Nick pulled his glasses out of his pocket and put them on. “Let’s start by taking a look.”


Whatever uncertainty Nick had, he hid behind his calm and assured tone. John admired the strength that took and for the first time since he realized he couldn’t free Dean, a renewed sense of purpose settled within. He had to get them out. He would get them out. All three of them.  15


Chapter 24