I scowled at Bran but picked up another shot. “To your health.”“Plug your nose,” Will whispered.I took his advice and pinched my nose closed, took a deep breath, and tossed the tequila as far back in my throat as I could before choking it down.This time, I managed not to spit it out. Barely. But
Will held up his hand. “She asked why you were jealous of me before. Now she’s asking why you hate me. Two different things entirely.”Bran rolled his eyes. “Fine, fine.” He drank another shot.“I’m getting the impression he’s just not going to answer anything about why he’s got a bug up his ass abo
McKenzieUltimately, we settled in the boat house down by the lake. The one that was now ‘fully stocked.’ True to his word, Bran took out a bottle of Patrón and began lining up shot glasses, five in front of each of us.Will started to scoop mine his way, but Bran waggled a finger. “Ah-ah-ah, no che
Right. “I suppose,” I muttered.She smiled at me and turned back to Gwendolyn. “I’d love to hear your ideas. I have no idea what Bran’s talking about, but I’m sure you’ll educate me.”“Absolutely,” Gwendolyn replied. She turned to Bran. “Babe, would you mind terribly if we get in the pool, too? It’s
WillI thought about going straight to the hot tub. I didn’t want Bran to have the satisfaction of seeing McKenzie… get cold. But she brought me straight to the regular pool, and, after dipping a toe in, I decided it was warm enough. I jumped in and held out my arms to her, still grumpy.Her smile
“You’re so adorable.” Bran laughed and wiggled my chin.Will scowled in displeasure.“There he is. Mr. Overprotective himself. Oh! Where are my manners? Gwennie! Your friend is here!” Bran called.Gwendolyn came trotting over from the bar, holding a drink. “Really, Bran. Starting her off with a Long