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“I want this to just be a fun night,” she says when we try to get her to come up. “Are you mad?”

“Of course not,” I say. “We’ll see you tomorrow, right?”

Kendall nods. “Of course. I’ll see you then. Have a good night!”

It would be a better night if she came upstairs with us, but we did have a lot of fun. I’m glad we found such a great girl, but I do know one thing: she’s going to make it a hell of a lot harder for us to leave.

24

Kendall

Atext pops up on my phone.I love you. My dad always sends me the same message every morning. I respond with my usualI love you more, and pocket my phone. I need to get going, or I’ll be late for the Sunshine Program.

As I walk, I think back to the conversation I had with Dad before I met up with the guys. I was bursting to tell someone about Tag, Tanner, and Trace. Honestly, my father was the least likely choice, but the words just spilled out.

To my surprise, he didn’t freak out. It took him a while to understand it, but he gave me his blessing.

It wasn’t until I said aloud that I realized how weird the situation is. I’m essentially dating three different guys at the same time, and they all know about each other. Of course, I did some internet searching to find out how strange this is. And yeah, it’s uncommon, but it does happen. I read some interesting stories from people who have been in this type of relationship.

My dad was less concerned about the nature of the relationship and more concerned with the timeline. The guys have to go back to New York on Sunday, but that won’t be the end. Surely, I’m not the only one who feels this way. I bet the guys have already made plans to come back and visit so we can keep our relationship going.

I don’t want to think about it. I trust that they’re on the same page because Tag, Tanner and Trace wouldn’t put me through all this just to leave without a word. I’m sure they weren’t expecting to find a girl they all liked, so is probably as much of a shock to them as it is to me.

I arrive at the Sunshine Program at seven on the dot. I’m greeted by Margot, who pulls me in for a big hug.

“I’m so glad you’re here, even if it’s only for a couple hours. Guess who is coming in today?”

“Who?” I ask.

“Sandra!” Margot cries.

My jaw drops. “Seriously? She hasn’t been here all year!”

Sandra founded the Sunshine Program and oversees the general operations. She’s unpaid, which has always amazed me. I mean, I know she has a rich husband who helped fund the program when it first started, but the fact that she does so much work and never accepts a check is still incredible. I want to be Sandra when I grow up.

“Sandra just wanted to check in and make sure things are running smoothly,” Margot whispers.

I wipe my sweaty palms on my jeans.

“Are we ready for that?”

Margot laughs at my nervousness.

“Don’t you worry, dear. We’re in great shape. I have no doubt Sandra will be pleased with how we’re running things. I do want you to meet with her, though. She adores you.”

“I’ll stop by your office before I leave for the day,” I say. She nods and ushers me out towards breakfast.

We have a lot less kids on weekends than during the week, especially in the summer. That means less volunteers on duty as well. There are only a few milling about the eating area as kids grab their food.

I stand guard by one of the outdoor picnic tables, keeping an eye on all the kids. It’s hot out here, even in my jean shorts and tank top. I’m glad I only have to stay until eleven. I’d melt if I was here all day.

“Ms. Kendall! Ms. Kendall!” a voice calls behind me. Cayden runs and jumps into my arms, nearly toppling me over.

“Hi, Cayden. You’re in a good mood today!”

He nods, his smile so wide that I can see all his teeth.

“My parents woke me up early to tell me. I don’t have to move anymore!”