My exhaustion suddenly hit me like a wave, and I stifled a yawn. "I should go get some rest."

"Yeah. You should," Tanner replied gently.

I turned to smile at him, feeling a warm glow of gratitude towards my friend. Tanner had become a true ally to Jaimie and me.

Stepping closer to him, I whispered in his ear, "I'm glad you and your brother finally found each other. I'm glad someone of your own is here for you again."

He looked puzzled as I bid them goodnight and ...