Will woke up with an ache in his back. That was the last time he was sleeping on the couch. The memory of last night came all rushing back to him. He felt the whisper of a kiss that Sonny left behind. He smiled softly and remembered what he said to him.

Even though he should be mad at Sonny for doing what he did, he couldn't stop but wondering. Wondering about mistakes, little accidents, and the big or small fights. They always forgave each other, and that's what they needed; is forgiveness and honesty.

"I love you too Sonny." He left the pillow and blanket on the couch and went upstairs. He stood just right outside the bedroom door as he heard laughter.

Sonny woke up with a pounding headache that morning. His hand moved beside him and the memory of yesterday came flooding back to him. He tried getting up, but his head wouldn't move. The glass of water didn't work last night, so he grabbed a bottle of beer instead. Boy, that was a mistake. He got up to take a shower, getting rid of all the stress that he was carrying.

Sonny quickly put his clothes on and went to try out his apology. He looked over Ari's bed and saw that she wasn't there. He walked over to JR and found him already up.

"Morning buddy." Sonny slipped next to him and gently whispered.

"You missed my birthday." He rubbed his eyes with the back of his arms.

"I know and I'm sorry. But you know what?"

"Did you still get me something papa?"

"Of course I did. I would never forget. In fact I have it here with me."

"Really?" His eyes went wide and gave a big grin.

"Really. Can I get a big hug first?" JR didn't have to think twice. He threw off the blankets and threw himself in Sonny's arms. He wrapped his arms around his tiny body.

"I'm so sorry. But I promise I will make it up to you okay. I love you so much. More than anything."

"I love you too. Papa?"

"Hmm."

"You're squishing me." Sonny let his grip loosen. He looked into his eyes that were a mirror of his own. Sonny ran his hand through JR's messy hair similar to his when he would wake up to a lazy day. He set him back down on his bed to give him his gift.

"You ready?"

"Yes." His eyes sparkled with anticipation. Sonny set the wrapped box in front of him and JR quickly teared at the paper that covered it. His eyes grew big at the present in front of him. He jumped into Sonny's lap and hugged him tight.

"Thank you papa. I love it."

"I'm glad you did."

"It's the best gift ever."

"You're the best thing that has ever happened to me." Sonny whispered softly.

"Can I try this first thing today?"

"Of course you can." Arianna came back to the bedroom and ran into Sonny's arms with the dog trailing behind. All four of them sat on top of the bed. It was at that moment Arianna sounded a little more her age.

"Papa?"

"Yeah sweetie?"

"Why aren't you and daddy sleeping together? Did you do something wrong?" The air was stiff in the room. It felt just a little bit claustrophobic. He pulled her in his lap and brushed her hair to the side. He tried to come up with something believable.

"Sweetie, sometimes grown ups have arguments. We don't always agree on everything."

"Is that why daddy slept on the couch?"

"Yeah." He felt a lump in his throat.

"I think daddy will forgive you." JR quipped.

"I hope so." The silence filled the room which was then followed by a bark from the dog. Who was starting to feel left out.

"And what about you huh?" Sonny replied and they all laughed.

"Grammy got him for my birthday."

"I can tell. Does he have a name?"

"Yes! Badger." The husky dog wagged his tail at Sonny happily as he was petting him. The dog pushed him over until Sonny was on his back on the bed and started licking his face. Both Ari and JR laughed at him as he tried getting up.

"Tickles for papa." They both screamed as they landed on him. Pushing the dog away in process. He jumped off and ran out. Sonny gained the upper hand and flipped them over as he tickled them.

"Okay, thats enough. I'm all tickled out." He laid on top of the covers of the bed and they both snuggled right beside him.

"I'm hungry." Ari replied.

"Let's go get something to eat." The three of them got up, with JR on his hip and Arianna walking by his side. As soon as they left the room, Will was noticed just outside who was just turning away. But, Sonny caught up to him.

"Why don't you both meet me downstairs in the kitchen okay?" They both nodded. Sonny set JR down who walked beside his sister. Will turned around once again, but Sonny latched on to his arm.

"Will look at me please. I don't like this silent treatment. And I know it's a little awkward right now. But I want to clear the air between us. I never got the chance to explain to you, and I want that chance. Please." Will just stared at Sonny with hurt and regret.

"We'll talk later." Sonny looked at him with love in his eyes. At least he's getting some where.

"Thank you Will." His hand move up and down Will's arm and laced it into his. He gently squeezed back with assurance. Will did the same. The sparkle coming back in his eyes.

"I made coffee." Will said in an almost hushed tone. They unlaced their hands as they walked downstairs behind the other. Sonny followed him with a grin on his face. Now all he had to do, was to make things right.

To be continued...