Sawyer smiled. “Plus, they’d love being a part of this.”
That was exactly what Ford was thinking. He nodded. “They most definitely would.”
Sawyer’s face darkened. “We’re going to have to tell the kids about their mom.”
Ford knew he was right, but for a minute, he just wanted to pretend everything was fine and hide it for a little while longer. “And we will,” Ford said. "They have us, though. We’ll make sure they never doubt that.
“We sure will.” Sawyer smiled and moved in to kiss Ford again. Ford pulled himself up and then wrapped his legs around Sawyer’s, spooning him now and giving as much of his strength to the other man through the hold as he could. Sawyer turned his head so they could kiss once more before settling in, Ford’s legs crossed over Sawyer’s stomach, and they remained in that position, one that would keep them warm through the night.
36
Sawyer
Sawyer let out a yawn as he stretched before turning and curling into Ford, ready to enjoy the warmth of him. Only there was no warmth and no Ford next to him. He groaned and opened up one eye. He looked to his right and saw Ford sitting crossed legged, propped up on one elbow, staring back at him. The look in his eyes stole Sawyer’s breath and warmth filled his heart. It felt like a caffeine buzz and warm chocolate on a cold day.
Sawyer gestured with his pointer finger, signaling for Ford to come closer. “You’re supposed to be keeping me warm.”
Ford moved in closer. “Is that better?”
Sawyer reached out, snaking his arm around Ford’s waist and pulling him down. “Much.”
Ford pressed a hand against Sawyer’s chest and leaned in, kissing him softly on the lips. “Good morning.”
“Morning, babe.” Sawyer sighed as the kiss ended. He let out a breath and kept his eyes closed, his head on Ford’s thigh. Just a few more minutes was all he wanted.
“We should probably get up,” Ford sighed.
Sawyer opened one eye. “Or—”
Ford chuckled. “Tempting, babe, but the contractors are here, and we would be giving them a show. Do we really want them to catch us like this?”
“Well, we are in a tent,” Sawyer started, But Ford raised a brow, “I know, I know, good point.”
He sat up. Ford stood, and Sawyer slipped out of the sleeping bag, and they hurriedly got dressed.
“Do we have to pick the kids up, or can we go home for a shower first?” Ford asked as he shimmied into his jeans.
“Home and shower yes. The kids are all getting dropped off later in the morning, so how about we make that a shower for two...”
“You have all the best ideas.” Ford said grinning.
While he rolled up the sleeping bag, Ford grabbed the blanket and folded it and then they both exited the tent.
Sawyer wrapped his arms around Ford from behind. “Did you like your anniversary surprise?”
“I loved my surprise. It was a wonderful way to mark our first six months together.” Ford turned around in his arms, and they shared a lingering kiss. They parted, tore down the tent and stashed it to pick up later, and walked hand in hand through the site towards the parking lot, but then they ran into Drake.
“Hey.” Drake nodded at them, but then his brows drew together. “I saw your cars in the lot. I just didn’t expect to see you…” He looked between them. “Both of you. Is everything okay?”
Ford chuckled lightly, and when he glanced his way, there was a blush staining his cheeks.
“Oh yeah… all is well. We just wanted to check on a few things this morning, get some ideas, things like that. It all looks good so far. Keep up the good work.” He gave Drake a thumbs up, and they both hurriedly left the construction site to go to the parking lot.
Ford laughed once they reached their cars. “Do you think Drake knew something was up?”
Sawyer snickered. “Would you think something was up if you walked in on two guys at 5 a.m.? I mean… I’m sure he had a sense that something was going on if he happened to see the tent before we pulled it down.” Sawyer laughed. “I’m guessing he had an idea, do you mind?”
Ford just shrugged. “Do you?”
Sawyer snorted. He definitely didn’t mind. “You’re mine, and I don’t care who knows it.” He kissed Ford on the cheek. “At least Drake didn’t catch us pants down, so…”
Ford groaned. “Now, that would have been embarrassing. Let’s go home,” Ford said.
“Agreed! If we beat the kids home, we could have a nice little rendezvous in the shower.” He opened Ford’s door for him and he got in, “Then what are we waiting for?” Ford asked. “Let’s get out of here. I’ll meet you back at the house.”
They went back to sleep for a little while on their very comfortable mattress, and when they woke up again, Sawyer got to enjoy that shower with Ford, his boyfriend wet and naked… best way to start his morning.
They’d just gotten dressed when Savanna called out. “I’m home.”
“Upstairs,” Ford hollered into the hallway.
They heard her coming up the stairs and then a knock sounded.
“Come in.”
She opened the door the rest of the way. “Hey you two. How was the night?” Savie sort of wiggled her eyebrows, or maybe he imagined it.
“It was perfect.” He shared a small smile with Sawyer, then turned back to Savie, “Did you have fun at your friend’s house?” Ford asked.
“It was amazing!” Savie’s face split into a wide smile. That had him grinning too. God, he loved that look on her face.
“For summer break, they said something about me going with them on their week away. They spend it with her grandma. She says it’s boring, but if there
