A Night's Celebration

Patrick Bryce Wright

Summary

Kayson Lang and Garrett Nash reach a relationship milestone: moving in together. To celebrate, they plan an evening of candles, wine, and intimacy, but Kayson worries traumatic flashbacks could interrupt or ruin the festivities. He has fought for years to heal from childhood sexual abuse, and Garrett has supported him. All Kayson wants for this night is to celebrate and, even better, get engaged to the love of his life.
Once Garrett lights candles and pours them a glass of wine, Kayson fights to stay grounded and work up the courage to propose. The past threatens him with intrusive thoughts, but Garrett is in his arms now. Can Kayson persevere, express what is in his heart, and ask Garrett to marry him?

Available since: 03/23/2024.

Print length: 18 pages.

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