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 locked eyes in a battle of will. Their unspoken argument played out in their silent gaze.


Both John and Nick’s heads jerked, spinning toward the hoarse whisper.


“Go ahead and do it so we can get the hell out of here.”


Nick crawled to Dean’s side. Dean groaned, his head moving restlessly, and Nick patted his shoulder. “Easy now.”


Dean coughed, his body tensing with the jarring movement. “I can’t. It hurts. It hurts bad.”


“Dean…” John wrapped his fingers around Dean’s. “We can figure this out.”


“No, Boss. You can’t.” Dean tightened his grip on John’s hand. “I’m scared shitless, but I’m tired of your singing and damned if I’ll listen to the two of you any longer.”


John’s eyes filled with what Nick could only call hopeless defeat.


“Have you ever done anything like this before?” John questioned Nick. His need for reassurance obvious.


How was Nick supposed to answer that? Before he could try Dean offered up the final word.


Chapter 26