Page 25 of A Home for His Omega

Tomás nodded. “He’s happy here.”

She gave him a hard look. “You better keep him happy. I want to see him smile every day like he did this morning.”

“I’ll do my best, ma’am.”

She huffed and patted his cheek. “My God, you are so adorable. Daddy is going to love you. Papa? I’m not sure. He’s harder to read.”

After that, Audrey buzzed around the place, looking at her swatches and making notes. Carter and Juan tried to keep out of her way, but Tomás chatted with her anytime he had a free moment. He liked Henry’s sister. She had a confidence that reminded him of Tali or Hannah.

By lunch time, the new counters and countertops were installed, the floor and stairs sanded, and the HVAC people were installing the new unit.

Audrey sat with the dogs, giving them pets and love.

Two vehicles pulled in one right after the other. Henry got out of the truck and Tomás’s papa got out of the car.

“What’s happening?” He pressed his face to the window.

Juan chuckled as he watched from beside Tomás. “Your papa brought us lunch. How nice.”

“What a coincidence that it happens to be right when Henry was planning on stopping by.” Carter shrugged. “Who would have guessed?”

“You texted Papa, didn’t you?”

Carter looked offended. “I wouldn’t do that. I texted my husband and told him when Henry would be here. He texted your papa.”

“Nice, he brought fried chicken.” Juan sighed happily. “I love your papa.”

“Fried food isn’t good for you.” Audrey came to stand on Tomás’s other side. “It’s the natural enemy of your arteries.”

“They’re frenemies,” Juan corrected her. “You worry too much. After a piece of Bennett Wilson’s chicken, you’ll understand.”

“He brought Nate too.” Tomás pouted as he watched his youngest brother take Henry’s hand. “I want to hold Henry’s hand.”

Bennett’s gaze fell on them and sharpened.

“Shit, we better go help him carry things inside.” Tomás winced. “That’s his help with groceries look.”

By the time they got outside, Bennett had loaded Henry and Nate with food containers.

“We brought food, Tomás.” Nate grinned at him. He still held Henry’s hand.

Tomás reminded himself that his little brother was only five.

“I see that, buddy.” Tomás didn’t have time to say anymore before his papa handed him a box.

“These are more blankets.” Bennett leaned up and kissed his cheek. “I think I’m going to like him, son.”

“I do.” Tomás smiled happily and carried the box inside.

“Audrey, please get Sophie from the car. I want to introduce her to Clucky,” Henry said, setting the food onto the coffee table. “Hello, sweetie. Did you enjoy your time with Mitzy?”

Journey pawed at the omega’s leg. “Woof.”

“I’m glad to hear that, baby boy.”

“I can’t believe you’re making me hold a chicken.” Audrey carried Sophie away from her body. “Why is she dressed in a tutu?”

“She likes to feel pretty.” Henry took Sophie and hugged her close to him, then kissed Tomás softly. “I’ll be right back.” He rushed out the back door.

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