Binding 13 (Boys of Tommen, #1)

by Chloe Walsh

“Listen,” Gibsie said in a serious tone. “I brought a friend to see him.” “You’re my friend,” I replied with a sigh. “My favorite, fucked-up friend.” “I know I am, bud,” Gibsie coaxed, squeezing my hand. “And you’re mine.” “A friend?” Mam questioned. “Yeah, uh, she’s right outside.” “You found her, Gibs!” I exclaimed. “Thank fuck. I thought I lost her.” “I did, buddy,” Gibsie chuckled softly. “I brought Shannon back to you.” “Shannon like the river,” I sighed contently. “Shannon Lynch?” Mam exclaimed. “That’s who he’s rambling on about?” “Oh, yeah,” Gibsie mused. “What happened to being friends, Johnny?” Mam asked. “I lied,” I snickered. “I’ve been lying all along.” “Oh, Johnny,” Mam sighed. “You never had to lie, baby. I like that girl.” “She’s mine,” I grumbled. “You can’t have her.” Gibsie laughed loudly. “Everyone knows that, Cap.” Twisting my head, I tried to find my father. “Da?” “I’m still right here,” Dad assured me, squeezing my right hand. “She’s the one,” I whispered, trying to eyeball him in the darkness. “With the perfect tits.” “You saw her tits?” Gibsie asked. I nodded happily. “Yep.” “When?” “When she was playing with my calculator,” I slurred. “I love her, Gibs. So much. Balls much.” “I know you do,” Gibsie mused, patting my shoulder. “Bulldozer.” I shrugged. “And I’m not even sorry.” “Gerard, maybe you shouldn’t bring Shannon in here,” Mam said, sounding concerned. “He’s partial to say anything right about now.” “No, no, no,” I grumbled, not feeling happy...