Christmas Grace by C.L. Miles

Author:C.L. Miles [Miles, C.L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Gay Romance
ISBN: 978-1-64080-300-8
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Published: 2017-12-15T05:00:00+00:00

ONCE AARON was alone, he sat forward and dropped his head into his hands.

“He loves you, Mr. Cordell. Of that you can be absolutely sure.” Now that Aaron had time to think, he knew Craig didn’t say things he didn’t mean. Over the months they’d been together, Aaron always found Craig to be open, honest, and sincere, never once giving Aaron reason to distrust him.

So why now did Aaron all of a sudden not believe Craig when he said he hadn’t lied, that he was waiting for the right time?

It was because Craig was protecting his daughter. Could Aaron really find fault in that?

Aaron groaned out loud. What the hell was he doing? Was he willing to walk away from Craig and everything they’d built together over the last nine months? Was he going to let the fears his past relationship had created ruin everything? If he did that, then Tom had succeeded in destroying Aaron’s life.

And why the hell did he keep comparing Craig to his ex-boyfriend? Craig was nothing like Tom.

As Aaron thought about Craig’s traits, words entered his head. Important words like kind and compassionate, generous and respectful, loyal and loving…. And, most important to Aaron, trustworthy.

Dear God, what had he done?

He’d accused Craig of being a liar.

And Aaron hadn’t even let Craig explain anything. Instead he jumped to conclusions and condemned him on the spot.

Urgency flowed through Aaron, making him want to see Craig right away.

Suddenly, feeling another presence in the room, Aaron shifted around on the sofa. He expected Freddie; however, Craig was standing at the entryway to the lounge, looking sad and worried.

Not sure of his welcome but not wanting to waste another second, Aaron jumped to his feet and practically flew across the floor to get to Craig. He flung himself at Craig, wrapping his arms around him and holding on as tight as he possibly could. He nearly cried out in relief when Craig put his strong arms around his waist and pulled him close.

“Oh, Craig! I’m sorry! So very sorry.” Aaron’s voice trembled. A tear trickled from the corner of his eye and slid down his cheek.

“I know you are.” Craig’s voice was low and filled with emotion. “And so am I.”

“I didn’t mean what I said,” Aaron sobbed. “Forgive me. Please forgive me.”

Craig squeezed him tighter. “It’s okay.”

“No, it’s not. It’s far from okay. I was so wrong.”

“God, Aaron, no.” Craig sniffled. “You’re not wrong. I’m the one who needs to apologize. I should have told you about Grace a long time ago.”

“Yes, you should have.”

“I’m sorry.” Pulling back a little, Craig’s pale-blue gaze searched Aaron’s face. “Will you come back upstairs and let me explain?” Using his thumb, Craig gently wiped away Aaron’s tears.

“Okay,” Aaron said and briefly closed his eyes at Craig’s touch on his cheek.

After taking Aaron’s hand, Craig led him out of the lounge. When they passed the front desk, Aaron stopped and looked at the security guard.

“Thanks, Freddie, for… well… everything.”

“You’re most welcome, Mr. Cordell.” Freddie gave a nod and an understanding smile.

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