Page 60 of Unmistakably Us

Stacy’s voice was very flat at first and almost void of emotion, but by the end, she was “oohing” and “ahhing” like everyone seemed to be doing. No, there was no I love you at the end, but what she had said was more than that.

“What, that’s it? Where is the declaration of undying love and a lifetime of blow jobs?”

Everyone turned toward the door where Walker stood wiping his hands on a dishtowel.

Frank gave him a disapproving look and had his mouth open to scold his adult son when Michael broke in.

“It’s there. Clear as day, right, brother?” It was, and Michael understood the significance of those words, and damn it, so did January.

Someone chose him. Logan couldn’t even begin to wrap his head around what was going on other than she loved him deeper than most people would understand.

“Okay, then we have a plan to make. John, we need to talk about some things first, I want to consult with you on some details. There are…things that—”

John cut Andy off with a simple hand in the air and a soft-spoken, “I think we know, and it’s okay. We’re prepared. Let’s bring January home where she belongs.”

Francis got up and threw herself at her husband who stood by her side. When she pulled back, the wet spot on Frank’s shirt was visible. “Oh, do you hear that, honey? She’s coming home. All our kids will be here where they belong.”

Frank kissed the top of her head and held her tight, agreeing with her words.

Andy turned his attention to Logan. “Is that what you needed? You ready to bring your woman home?

Logan couldn’t say yes fast enough.

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