I had way too many mothers, but no siblings. I always wanted other kids around. Some of it was to take the heat off me. I mean I couldn't even think bad thoughts. It's like everyone could read my mind. How awful is that? Okay, sometimes it was really great to have so many people worrying about me, but it could be stifling, too." Kevin bumped her shoulder with his. "Slow down. You're going to scare Nash off. He's not the sociable twin." Her gaze became as penetrating as a laser. "Really." Nash shifted uncomfortably. "Congratulations on your engagement," he said in an effort to distract her. "If Kevin wasn't completely honest about his past, I'd be happy to fill in the details." Haley giggled with delight. "Ooh, stories about when Kevin was bad. He's told me a few things, but not about the women. There had to be dozens, right? Hundreds, even?" Now Kevin was the one squirming in his seat. "Haley, you know everything important. I love you. I want to spend the rest of my life with you." She sighed and rested her head on his shoulder. "Isn't he the best? I can't wait to get married. Speaking of which, are you dating, Nash?" Kevin stood and pulled Haley to her feet. "I think you've terrorized my brother long enough.”

“What?" she asked as she put her hands on her hips. "What did I say?" He gave her a little push. "I won't be long.”

“Did I upset you?" she asked Nash.

He stood. "Not at all. From what I can tell, you're exactly what my brother needs in his life."

“Ha." She tossed her head and walked out of the room. "I'll be upstairs," she called back. "Planning the wedding. A really big wedding."

“Have fun," Kevin said, then flopped back on the sofa. "She's a handful." Nash sat down. "Interesting young woman."

“I think so. She's smart, funny, fearless. She gives with her whole heart. I'm still learning how to do that, but she makes it so damn easy to love her."

Had that been the problem? Nash wondered. Had Tina not been easy to love? Had the work got in the way?