“Well, tell Mom I say hi and to call me if she needs me. And don’t worry. I’ll handle Dad if he shows up here.”

“Thanks,” Jason said. “Talk to you soon.” He disconnected the phone, but before he could go to sleep, he had another call to make.

He scrolled through his contacts and dialed his brother-in-law, the famous musician with Tangled Royal, now a songwriter, Grey Kingston.

“Jason?” Grey answered quickly. “How’s things in New York?”

“All good. You and Avery?” he asked of his half sister.

“We’re fine, too. So what can I do for you?”

Jason chuckled. That was Grey, right to the point. He leaned back against the headboard and stretched out his legs. “Well, the guys and I are expanding what we do at the club. We want to bring in live entertainment and launch with a big name.” He drew a deep breath. “We were thinking of you.”

Grey paused before answering. “I’m honored you want me. But you know I haven’t been singing publicly anymore. I’m more of a songwriter than an entertainer these days. Hang on.”

Jason heard noise and then, “I’m on the phone with your brother Jason, sugar. You feeling okay?”

Whatever Avery said was muffled and Jason couldn’t hear.

“I’m back,” Grey said. “So about the club.”

Jason crossed his fingers. “We figured your absence from the stage would make you more of a draw now. A limited appearance, if you will.” He knew he was asking a lot of Grey, but he hoped the other man was itching to play in public once more.

Grey chuckled. “It’s not that I couldn’t be persuaded, but there are things going on here…”

“It’s okay. Tell him,” Jason heard Avery say.

He narrowed his gaze. “Is everything really okay there?” He was suddenly worried.

“Yes. It’s just that Avery’s pregnant and it’s been a little difficult these first few months. I don’t want to leave her to perform,” Grey explained. “We haven’t told anyone yet, so if you could keep it quiet until we’re ready to let the family know, we’d appreciate it.”

“No problem.” A wave of happiness took hold of Jason along with concern for Avery. Still, Grey had given him good news. “Congratulations! And give Avery a kiss for me. No worries. I’ll find someone else to play,” Jason assured him, glad Avery had a man who was so devoted to her.

“When are you thinking about doing the first gig? I’ll make some calls and see if I can get you someone solid,” Grey said.

Jason winced as he answered. “Within the next few weeks. I know it’s short notice–”

Grey let out a low whistle. “No kidding. But let me see what I can do.”

“Thanks.” They said their goodbyes, and then Jason spoke to Avery for a few minutes, congratulating her and reassuring himself that she was suffering from severe morning sickness and nothing more serious.

He disconnected the call as Faith walked into the room and shut the door behind her. She looked adorable in a pair of curve-hugging leggings with white stripes down the side and a white tee shirt that showcased her delectable breasts. Despite it all, his body reacted to hers. He wanted her. He had a feeling he’d always want her.