Ryan felt a warmth rush through him as he looked at his spouses. He did not want to see either of them hurt by his father or by anything. But he loved knowing that they were more than willing to support him no matter what.

He pulled Nyrissa into his arms and gently kissed her lips. It was the only way he knew how to properly articulate how grateful he was. He had meant it to be just a quick peck, then release her so they could properly rejoin the reception.

But the minute their ...