The next morning, Tom woke up first and snuck out of the bed before the women. Most men would be in heaven with this Link connection, but he just wasn't ready. There were too many feelings to get hurt in this situation and he wasn't going to be the instigator. He showered, dressed, and started making breakfast before both the girls rolled out of bed.

Ellie stumbled sleepily to the bathroom and Brooke sat on the bed watching him.

"No games this morning?" She ...