Chapter 27. Piecing It Together

“Hey, beautiful.” Landon’s lips touch my cheek, and it’s a little wet. I turn to look at him and notice the sweat dripping down his face. I playfully slap his arm as I chuckle.

“So gross! You’re way too sweaty to touch me.” Landon lets a small growl loose. At the same time, I feel wetness on the side of my face and neck. I jump at the uncomfortable feeling and turn to the side to see Lincoln laughing. I punch him in the shoulder.

“Ow, baby. That hurt.” I roll my eyes and grab the towel out of Lincoln’s hand. I wipe my face before throwing it to Landon. I sit at Landon’s desk and eye my mates. “Don’t be mad. We’re just messing with you.”

“Where’s Kian?”

“Mom and Paul had him, but they are leaving him with Dad. They say they have to talk to everyone.” Lincoln and Landon wipe themselves down before sitting at their desks. The door opens, and Lynn struts in with Vonte behind her. Devonte is a bit slower coming in, and he looks extremely uncomf