Chapter 3

Reid was trying to enjoy the movie, and he actually did mainly because he had his treat right in front of him. He was addicted to popcorn, but he would have loved Luke sitting beside him, but Ethan , and Natalie were sweet kids. He often wondered what it would be like to be a Father, he knew he would be a better one than his Father. He knew it would not be in the cards for him , and Luke, but he might try adopting one day, but he knew if he got denied he could deal with it, but Luke was another story. He took things to heart, and that worried Reid. The movie came to a end, they grabbed the garbage, and were leaving the cinema. Natalie wanted to go to Al's for a burger, and Luke thought he should get them home.

"Call home, and see if your Mom is OK with it"

"I thought you wanted some alone time Reid Oliver"

"We will soon but I could use a burger, and I really enjoyed today"

"You liked Dr. Seuss"?

"Well kind of but that is between us"

"I love you Oliver". Reid pulled out his phone, and was dialing his Mom's place.

Lily, and Holden were in bed in each others arms, when the phone rang. Lily grabbed it, "Hello"

"Mom would it be OK if Ethan, and Natalie had dinner with us, I will have them home by 8"

"You better it is a school day tomorrow"

"Mom I said I would, they really enjoyed the movie"

"You took them to a proper movie right"?

"Yes Dr. Seuss"

"You took Reid to Dr. Seuss, and he sat through it"? Lily started to laugh making Luke whisper. "Yes Mom he is a great guy, and everyone but you like him"

"Oh really some of the Nurses have said he is a Grump"

"Well he can be but who cares, I love him, and that is all that matters"

"Fine keep them out, but be home at 8"

'Yes Mame"

"Luke don't be rude"

"Bye Mom". Luke hung up, and turned seeing Reid, Natalie , and Ethan staring at him.

'She said OK"

"Yeah Ethan, and Natalie yelled, as Reid lifted Natalie up, and the four of them walked to the car.

They got to Al's, and went inside, and got a booth. Reid, and Natalie sat on one side, and Ethan, and Luke sat on the other. They all order burgers, and shakes, and fries. Reid smiled as Luke looked at him he was amazing with kids, and they loved Reid. He just hoped his Mother would give Reid a break, and be happy for them.

"Luke you OK"?

"Yes, I was just thinking about our new place. Once we are settled, I will have these two over for a sleepover, would you like that"?

Natalie, and Ethan were so excited, Reid liked the idea too.

The waitress came over with their order, they were eating, and laughing, and having a wonderful time. Luke couldn't keep his eyes off of Reid he wished he could move into his new place today. He hated waiting, he wanted to make love to Reid, the waiting was starting to get to him. Ethan and Natalie saw a family they knew they lived near Grandma Emma. They wanted to go over, and say hi. Luke said it would be OK since they finished eating. They went over, and Reid touched Luke's hand.

"You look so serious did I do something wrong? I know I was out of line saying that word at the theater, but I'm really trying Luke"

"I need you Reid, I'm so tired of waiting"

"4 days Richie Rich it will come fast"

"My Grandma Lucinda has a small cottage house on her property. She said I can use it whenever I want. It is really nice, lets go there tonight , and spend it together"

Reid smiled, and whispered, 'You sure"?

"I have never been more sure of anything in my life, please say yes"

"Yes lets do it"

"Reid"

"I mean go to her place, but will we do it"?

Luke laughed as he whispered, " What do you think"?

They both stare at each other, both nervous, and excited at the same time. Ethan and Natalie ran over, and Luke asked for the bill it was after 7, he didn't want them late, and he sure wanted to get to the cottage, and finally be with Reid he has waited long enough.