"Okay everyone go get changed!" Colleen yelled an hour later. The food was now cleaned up and the kids were back to playing with their Christmas toys.

Her words were followed by a few groans. Mostly from Jackson and Lucas.

"Dressed?" Logan looked at me confused.

"Christmas outfit time!" I beamed. I loved that everyone waited for us to be here for the picture.

"I put your pajamas on your beds." Colleen gestured to Logan and I. "Everyone be in the living room in ten minutes." Her tone left no arguments.

Everyone dispersed at her words. Nodding at Logan I lead him towards the stairs. We've been busy eating and catching up with everyone to even put our stuff away. Our suitcases still sat at the base of the stairs waiting for us.

I groaned at the thought of tugging my suitcases up the stairs. Before I could grab one Logan was already grabbing one of mine and his. I stared at his back as he easily walked up the stairs like my one suitcase didn't weigh a ton. I couldn't deny how hot his strength was.

I hurried after him with my smaller suitcase. He waited at the top of the stairs for me as I played off that I wasn't struggling with my one suitcase.

Ignoring the smirk on his face I lead him towards his room, aka the office. Typically Abby and Leo would stay there but they were camping out in the living room; wanting to catch Santa.

"Here you go." I stepped to the side for him to enter. I eyed the blow up bedding, noting it was a bit smaller than I remembered. The imagine of Logan's big frame fitting on there made me grin.

"The bathroom is across the hall, next to my room." I gestured to the rooms across the hall. I was staying in Jackson's old room again. Knox and Aubrey were further down the hall.

We stood there staring at one another, the tension growing between us. I wanted nothing more than to grab and kiss him but with everyone walking around I couldn't. For a second I wished we were back at the hotel without family around.

I knew if I didn't walk away right now I'd do something stupid. Clearing my throat I forced myself to take a step back.

"I'll see you in just a few minutes." Before he could say anything in return I pivoted on my heel. Grabbing my suitcases I quickly headed to my room, shutting the door behind me. I leaned against the door letting out a sigh.

I didn't like not being able to touch Logan. I've been spoiled the last few days being able to hold his hand and be near him. A part of me wanted to say screw the consequences and grab Logan's hand in front of everyone. And as much as I wanted to do that the thought of what would happen afterwards lingered in my head.

How would my brother react to me dating his best friend? Would it ruin their friendship? Would things be awkward between everyone? Does Logan even want to date me?

There were so many questions and my head hurt just thinking about them. But I did know one thing...if me being with Logan hurt his and Knox's friendship I would step back and shove my feelings towards Logan down. I wouldn't be the reason they hated each other. Even if it broke my heart.

Not wanting to think about it right now I rolled my suitcases off to the side and grabbed the pajamas Colleen put out for us. I laughed under my breath at what the shirt said 'Lets Get Baked' with a gingerbread man in the middle and little balls that jingled. This years pants were green and black.

I made quick work of changing into the pajamas and freshening up a bit before heading back downstairs. When Colleen said ten minutes she meant ten minutes. One year Jackson took longer she literally went upstairs and brought him down by the ear.

Walking into the living room I was one of the last people, everyone else dressed and ready to go. Immediately my eyes found Logan. He was standing there talking to Lucas. My mouth dried at the way he looked in the pajamas. Of course he looked like he stepped out of a magazine while I was over here looking like a little kid.

The shirt was snug against his upper body, his biceps seemingly bigger because of it. His arm tattoos on display making him that much hotter. My eyes traveled down to his ass. Of course he had a nice ass that filled out the pants perfectly. The sudden urge to go over and squeeze it came over me.

"You're staring." Jackson suddenly appeared next to me. I jumped, cheeks turning pink.

"Am not."

"I think the drool says otherwise." He smirked. My hand snapped up to my lips only to glare at him when I felt nothing.

"Asshole." I muttered.

"With a body like that how do you not stare." Jackson looked Logan up and down.

"You are married."

"And? I can look at the merchandise, I just can't touch it." He wiggled his eyebrows.

"Gross."

"Says the girl who spent two nights in a hotel with him." The way Jackson looked at me had me blushing even harder.

"Jackson!" I hissed, looking around to make sure no one heard what he was implying.

"Am I wrong that something happened?" He arched a perfectly shaped eyebrow at me. When I didn't say anything he hummed. "Thought so."

"Jack." I whispered his nickname hoping he'd stop before someone, my brother, heard.

"You'll be telling me the details later." The look he sent me I knew I was not getting out of that later. I couldn't deny the relief that went through me at being able to tell someone what has been going on with Logan and I. "He looks like the kinky kind in bed."

My eyes widened at his words. I reached out and shoved him. He just laughed before walking over to his husband and daughter. He's lucky I love him so much.

"Everyone ready?" Colleen clapped her hands. She ushered me towards the group as we all gathered around the living room. The Christmas tree off to the side, the fireplace behind us. It was the perfect background for a Christmas photo.

Lucas, Annie, Sophie and Charlotte all stood together to the side. Jackson, Caleb and Isla in their arms next to them. Followed by Knox and Aubrey who each held Abigail and Leo. I moved to stand next to my brother. I had no choice but to stand slightly in front of Logan since he was way taller than me.

I felt the heat of Logan behind me as I tried to ignore him, wiggling my fingers at Leo who was closest to me.

"Okay everyone smile!" Since this wasn't our first rodeo Colleen already had her phone up on a tripod, Lucas having gotten her one for Christmas one year. With the timer going down she quickly squeezed between Aubrey and Jackson.

I shifted as I smiled looking at the camera. A pair of hands on my waist almost made me jump but when the hands squeezed my hips I knew exactly who it was. The smile on my face this time was genuine. It was a small gesture from Logan but it was enough to make my heart beat faster. It took everything I had no to look back at him so instead I settled for reaching down and squeezing his wrists in return.

When the camera flashed I was grinning like an idiot.

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"I think you have an admirer." Aubrey said, making me look up thinking she meant me.

I was currently sitting on the floor with Leo in my lap and Abigail next to me reading the children's book I got her for Christmas; Amelia Bedelia. I knew she liked to read, even though she was only 6, so I got her a few kids books to try. As soon as she could she plopped down and started reading.

Looking up I found what Aubrey was talking about. I grinned at the sight of Logan on the couch with Isla on his lap. She was leaning back against his chest holding onto her teddy bear with one hand and the other Logan's fingers.

The sight did something to my ovaries. A hot guy holding a baby/kid was by far the hottest thing on the planet. Logan looked at ease sitting there with her on his lap, his free hand on her leg to make sure she didn't slide.

It was super cute how drawn to Logan Isla was. She wasn't the biggest fan of strangers typically. She shocked us all when she walked right over to Logan as we opened presents and plopped herself in his lap. It was hilarious seeing the shocked look on Logan's face as he stared at the little kid who claimed him as hers.

At Aubrey's words Logan gazed down at Isla, a ghost of a smile on his lips. He was just as smitten with the 5 year old. It was hard not to be when she was so stinking cute. Dark brown skin, big beautiful brown eyes and curly hair. When you saw her all you wanted to do was squeeze her little cheeks.

"Auntie Liv what's this word?" Abby took my attention away from all the cuteness on the couch. Glancing down I saw her pointing to a word.

While I helped Abby her little brother hummed in my lap, perfectly content sitting in my lap watching the Christmas movie playing on the screen.

After we took our Christmas picture we all sat around and opened a few presents everyone saved so Logan and I could still be included. How everyone managed to keep a few presents from the kids I have no clue. But at least all of us had something to open. Even Logan.

The look on his face when Colleen handed over a present almost broke my heart. Like he couldn't believe anyone would have gotten him something. Even Aubrey and Knox got him something.

I had yet to give him my own gift. I wanted to do it without everyone around and haven't had an opportunity for us to be alone quite yet. But I was hoping soon before the day was over.

"Here you go hun." Colleen walked in with mug and handed it to Logan.

I knew she would make him feel like part of the family, but from Logan's reaction to everything she did for him he wasn't expecting it. Almost like he thought he'd be pushed aside while here. That's not how our family worked.

I met Logan's eyes as he held the mug, surprise and appreciation on his face. I sent him a small smile. I was happy he said yes to coming this year. The thought of him being home alone didn't sit well with me. Plus he fit right in with my family. He easily talked about sports with Jackson and Caleb. Asked Lucas how the family construction business was going. Even talked to Annie for awhile.

The way Logan looked at me had me tilting my head to the side, sending him a questioning look. It was the same look he gave me back at the hotel. Leo squirming in my lap made me look away from Logan, breaking the moment between us.

As the night wore on I kept feeling Logan's eyes on me. With every look I wanted to go over there and sit next to him but that was impossible with Knox sitting beside him. As much as I loved being around family I was ready to say goodnight and go to my room so I could hopefully sneak into Logan's.

Thankfully when 9 o'clock came around all the kids were out cold. Abby was out cold against my side while Leo was drooling in my lap. Isla was asleep cuddled in Logan's arms. Even Sophie and Charlotte were seconds from falling asleep. Out of everyone in the room I think Logan and I were more awake.

"I think it's bedtime." Knox announced. At his words everyone slowly got off the couch, heading to their kids to wake them up.

My heart squeezed when Leo clung to me not wanting to get up. The poor baby was exhausted after the excitement of today. I handed him off to Aubrey while Knox grabbed Abby. I slowly stood, my ass completely numb for sitting for the last two hours on the floor. Groaning I stretched, my muscles protesting at the movement.

"You're officially hit old age." Lucas joked, coming up beside me.

"I'm not the one with grey hair." I shot back. He glared at me as his hand went up to his head.

"You use to be nice."

"And you use to be younger."

We stared at one another before we broke out in wide grins. Lucas and I's bond took a bit but once we both learned we could be sarcastic as hell together we became instant friends. It was our thing.

"Glad you made it for Christmas, punk." Lucas pulled me into a hug. I hugged him back followed by Annie.

"We'll see you tomorrow. You can tell me all about your hotel adventure." She said as she pulled back, sending me a wide grin. I narrowed my eyes at her instantly knowing Jackson said something to her.

Laughing her, Lucas, and the girls said goodbye to Colleen before leaving. Next came Jackson and Caleb. When Jackson gave me a hug I whispered in his ear.

"I hate you."

"Love you too." He gave me a Cheshire grin. "I'll be talking to you tomorrow." With that promise he made for the door, my eyes glaring a hole in his back. With a quick kiss to a sleepy Isla and hug to Caleb they all left as well.

"I'll let you get the kiddos to bed." From the exhausted look on both Knox and Aubrey's face they were ready for bed. "Goodnight." I softly kissed my niece and nephew, not wanting to wake them.

"Glad you made it." Aubrey gave me a side hug.

"Merry Christmas kiddo." My brother yanked me into a tight side hug. He may be overbearing at times and annoying but he was my favorite person.

"Merry Christmas." I whispered back, hugging him just a tad bit tighter. The reminder that I was going behind his back with Logan came to mind making me inwardly wince. The thought of hurting him in any way made my stomach turn to lead.

I didn't like lying to my brother. If I wasn't so uncertain about Logan and I, I would have immediately spilled the beans. I wasn't good at hiding things in general but when it came to something that involved my brother I was even worse. But I wasn't going to say anything until Logan and I talked. Until I was absolutely sure what was going on.

With a goodnight to Colleen I made my way upstairs. I met Logan's gaze briefly, nodding my head upstairs hoping he understood to wait for me. I quickly made my way upstairs and to my room, nervous eating away in my stomach. Nervous about sneaking into Jackson's room with my brother down the hall, and nervous about the conversation we needed to have.

A part of me wanted to wait until after Christmas to have the talk but seeing him here with my family, seeing how well he fit in, I needed to know where we stood. Because I wanted him. I wanted him beside me every Christmas. Wanted to wake up with him beside me and know he was mine.

As I waited for Aubrey and Knox to head to bed I paced my room. Logan's gift sat on the bed, unwrapped thanks to getting here at the last moment. Liv just woman up and ask him what he wants. I nodded to my inner voice although my confidence was diminishing as the minutes ticked by.

A good half hour passed before I heard Aubrey and Knox's voices coming up the stairs, before their bedroom door shut. I waited another five minutes just in case before gathering up the courage to open my door and peek out.

With the coast clear I grabbed Logan's present and tiptoed out of my room. My heart was pounding at the thought of being caught. I felt like a teenager sneaking out of the house for the first time.

Keeping an eye on Aubrey and Knox's door I softly tapped on Logan's door. I shifted on my feet, clenching his gift tightly, as I waited for him to open the door. It felt like a lifetime before the door softly cracked open.

I wasted no time in sliding through, brushing against Logan as I entered the office/room. Once the door was shut I let out a sigh.

I walked further into the space placing his present on the bed, before turning around to face Logan. He stood there shirtless in his green and black plaid pajama bottoms. I took in the abs I spent the last two days memorizing with my fingers....and tongue.

When our eyes met tension crackled in the air. Why did it feel like a lifetime since we last kissed. The urge to kiss him grew like a tidal wave. I needed to kiss him more than I needed air to breathe.

Logan seemed to be breathing just as hard as I was as he stood there, staring at me. Both of us waiting. My eyes dipped to the front of his pants, noticing the tent. When my eyes darted back up to his the cord between us snapped.

I'm not sure who moved first but next thing I knew his hand was grabbing the back of my head and my lips were against his. 

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Finally get to see the rest of the family! Jackson, Lucas, Annie! And they all have kids and Sophie and Charlotte are older!? What! :D

I can't believe we have one more day of posting tomorrow! That went by so freaking fast! So tomorrow I will post the final three chapters of the book. That means by tomorrow afternoon  you guys can read the entire book! I do recommend going back and reading from the start so it all flows but of course you don't have too!! 

I hope you all enjoyed today's chapters. Thank you guys so much for the amazing comments, you guys make my entire day! <3 <3 <3

Now I have some hard hitting questions for you guys....

Hot Chocolate or Apple Cider? 

Snow or No Snow?

Christmas or New Years Eve?

Ice Skating or Sledding? 

Staying Inside to Read or Going Out (shopping/play in snow/ect)?

Real Tree or Fake Tree? 

Matching PJs' or Ugly Sweaters? 

Christmas Movies or Christmas Songs?