Chapter 50. And You Want to Do This to Me?

Blake’s POV

“You still remember that family get-together my mom invited you to?”

I wiped the corners of my mouth with a paper towel. “Yeah?”

“It’s going to be soon. I’ll text you the dates so you can clear your week.”

I gave Andrew a look. “Week?”

“Yeah. Our typical get-together is never less than a week. Mother is very particular about this sort of thing. She goes all out with games and events for each day. Themes and outfits. You’re going to love it,” he rattled on.

As exciting as he made it seem, I wasn’t thrilled with the idea of taking that much time off work.

“A week is a lot, Drew. You know I have things to do at the company. I could stay for two, three days max.”

He set down his knife and fork and reached for my hand across the table. “This is a great opportunity for you to get to know my family. And besides, you’re long overdue for a break from work. The company’s not going to fall because you’re absent for a week. Give