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In that respect, the relationship was inally realized I wasn’t just the hub, andwheel They were also connected to each other by the rim of the wheel itself By an inherent caether, both inside the bedroom and out

“Well I’ve got a present for you,” I said slyly

“For who?”

“Pretty much for all of you”

All of a sudden I had their full attention Donovan sat up Brody sat down Lincoln’s legs, slung over the ar restlessly for a led, playfully, froers

“And when do we get it?” asked Donovan

“Get what?” I asked innocently

“This present!”

I rolled“Oh, I don’t know…” I chewed my lip as I pretended to consider “Whenever you want?”

Donovan and Lincoln were leaning forward Brody’s mouth was a devilish smirk

“And what if ant it now?”

I tooktheed Slowly I traced the top of er “You’ll have to leave the rooh”

The three of the how stretched out and relaxed they were only a second ago I pointed toward the kitchen

“Why don’t you boys freshen your drinks in there,” I said, turning and heading for the staircase “I’ll call you after Santa comes”

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