Another excellent chapter. The beginning was really moving, because I can relate a little bit to what Danny is going through. A friend of mine died last December and every single thing I do to try to get into the Christmas sprit makes me think of him and it tears me up. Like Danny, I managed to get my Christmas tree up, but I've put all of maybe five ornaments up and the rest of my decorating is nonexistent. It's too hard. Maybe I need a Cayden to help me out too.
I like the slow heat you have building up between Danny and Cayden, from the piercings to the post cigarette kiss. Danny seemed shy and hesitant at first, but once he has his mind set on something, he goes for it! Looking forward to seeing how this progresses!