“Why don’t we walk today?” Ford nodded in the direction of the park. “It’s like five minutes away.”
“Works for me,” Sawyer said, and looked over at Savie and Gavin. “What do you guys think about walking?”
“Sure.” Savie shrugged.
Gavin, who was already in the car, hopped out. “Awesome.”
“I guess walking it is then.” Sawyer apologized to the driver and gave him a tip before turning to the kids and Ford. “Let’s go.”
The walk to the theme park went quickly, and the kids knew they needed to wait with them instead of just running off. Once they entered the park after tapping their MagicBands on the reader, they stopped at the entrance.
“Where to first?” Sawyer looked between the kids.
“Fantasy Land. I think that’s where all the slow rides are.” Savanna lifted her phone to show them. “Callum didn’t get to have as much fun as we did last time.”
Warmth filled Sawyer’s chest at her words. He loved how much the kids looked out for each other. Although Sawyer had a feeling that it was from being a unit—them against the world. They’d learned to take care of each other.
So, that was where they headed. With the fast passes, Savanna and Gavin moved to the head of the line and took Callum on the Mad Tea Party while Ford and Sawyer watched.
“So… what’s my surprise?” Ford nudged him. Sawyer looked over, and his boyfriend was sneaking glances his way.
Sawyer wiggled his brows. “Patience, babe. You’ll find out in just a matter of time. But believe me, I know you’ll be screaming for joy.” He winked at Ford, and his boyfriend blushed.
“No fair.” Ford stuck his lips out, looking adorable. “I don’t wanna be patient.”
“Isn’t there a saying about anticipation?” Sawyer traced his bottom lip and pulled it between his teeth. Ford shuddered, and he grinned as he kissed him softly.
Ford groaned. “Fine, but it better be good.”
“Mmm, it will be.” Sawyer nibbled on Ford’s lips once more before facing the kids. This was a family vacation, but Sawyer did intend to have some sexy times after the kids fell asleep.
Sawyer pulled Ford into his side, then turned to the Mad Tea Party ride and watched the kids going around. He snuck a look at Ford. He had a grin on his lips, and Sawyer couldn’t wait for tonight. Spending time with the kids was great, but they needed some alone time, and they needed it now.
They switched out who stayed with Callum in his stroller and who went on the bigger rides with Gavin and Savanna. Sometimes just Gavin and Savie went on, or just Savie when Gav was too short.
It was a fun day, filled with lots of rides and plenty of laughs, and of course, lots of pictures. Sawyer had bought all the pictures from the rides, and they’d taken numerous pictures on their phones with characters around the park. It was their first family vacation, and these would be memories to share for years to come.
Then there was the food, and Sawyer was worried the kids would be sick after a while. But even he had to admit there was no way he was passing on the bacon Mac n’ Cheese Cone and huge turkey legs. He’d drawn the line at adding ice cream to the mix. But the kids loved the adorable Raspberry Rose Mickey Macaron.
The picture of Callum after getting his hands on the Jack-Jack Cookie Num was adorable, the kid’s face was covered from the warm chocolate chip cookie.
Even though they were having a blast, Sawyer didn’t want to postpone the surprise he had planned for Ford, and when he spotted Mason, Gabby, their son Breckin, and daughter Violet, he knew it was almost time.
“Hey, guys… fancy seeing you here,” Ford smiled at the couple.
It wasn’t quite a coincidence. The Rhodes were their neighbors in the opposite signature suite at the hotel. They’d run into them leaving their suites, and again around the pool with their kids earlier in the week. The kids had spent time together, and they’d gotten along. Their daughter was the same age as Savie, and their son a year younger than Gav.
They’d also had breakfast twice, and it had given Sawyer an idea, and after running it by Gabby and Mason, they were set. Of course he’d done a quick internet search and gotten his security people in New York to do a quick background check first.
“Actually, it’s not really all that surprising.” Sawyer moved so he was standing beside Ford. “Mason and Gabby offered to have the kids over for a sleepover so we can have some alone time.”
“Awesome.” Savanna walked over and nudged Violet.
“Yesssss!” Gavin’s squeal had some people looking their way. He turned and high-fived Breckin.
Sawyer chuckled.
“Can’t argue with those responses.” Ford laughed as he watched the two excited kids.
“We’re happy to.” Mason’s smile spread across his face.
“We really do appreciate this.” Sawyer meant that from the bottom of his heart.
Gabby grinned. “We’re going to have a blast.” She looked up at them. “We’ll stick around here and watch the parade and fireworks, and then we’ll meet up tomorrow at breakfast. You guys go have fun.”
“Thank you so much,” Sawyer said and shook Mason’s hand.
“What about clothes?” Ford looked up at him.
“Already took care of that.” Sawyer was quick to reassure Ford. “They have them already.” He winked at Ford. The surprise on his man’s face was priceless.
“We love you,” Ford said to the kids. He kissed Callum, squeezing the kid, and Sawyer was worried he was about to run off with the stroller.
Another reason he loved Ford.
They watched as the kids left with Gabby and Mason, and he whispered in Ford’s ear, “They’ll be fine, I promise.”
Ford looked up at him with an expression that said, “Promise?”
“They’re just next door,” Sawyer reassured him.
Ford nodded and inhaled deeply before releasing it.
“Ready?” Sawyer squeezed Ford’s hand.
Ford stared off in the direction Savie and Gavin had gone,
