Author's Note: Sorry for the delay. I'm gonna try to write a bit more this weekend, if I can find the time. This was actually written (mostly) 2 weeks ago. Oops? August 11th word. Hope you like it!
billet: to provide or obtain lodging
"It's just… weird. I can't think of another word for it. It can't be normal. Is it normal?" His face scrunched in bewilderment, Matt waited expectantly for some words of wisdom from his brother as they stood in line for coffee.
What he got was laughter. "Yes, it's normal. Maxie is not the only woman in the world who hangs her underwear in the bathroom. That's par for the course, little brother."
"Huh. So, not weird then."
The older Drake shook his head. "How's it going otherwise?"
Matt released a long suffering sigh. "She's driving me crazy. She's completely taken over my apartment. Her place was supposed to be ready in a week, but it's been three. My bathroom is no longer my own, my fridge is full of Fiji water and acai flavored yogurt, and she actually packed up some of my clothes to make room for hers. Packed them in a bin."
Patrick tried, he really put up a valiant effort not to laugh in his younger brother's face again, but he could not do it. Even the punch Matt delivered to his shoulder, while surprisingly strong, could not subdue the mirth. "Sorry, it's just funny to see it from this side of things. You know, the experienced end. Not the sad bachelor side."
"Screw you, Patrick. I don't even know why I bothered." He ordered his drink and walked to the other side of the counter to wait for his beverage.
Still chuckling, Patrick did the same and followed him over. "Don't get mad. You're only thinking of the negatives right now. But I know there are some perks to this situation." The dopey grin that appeared on his brother's face answered that one with no words necessary. "Exactly. So suck it up. Struggle through the wardrobe shuffle and enjoy the morning sex."
"Now, I know why I bothered. Thank you for that most excellent reminder."
"Thank me by not sharing any details."