A Brothers Blessing

Leo grinned, laughter in his eyes. “I’ve been good, Ly! I swear!” He glanced nervously at Vance for backup.

Vance gave him a quick, approving nod. “Yeah, bud.” Then turning to Lyra, he bowed slightly with his usual polite demeanor. “Nice to see you again, Ms. Caldwell.”

Lyra raised an eyebrow, smirking. “What happened to our deal? I thought no more formalities?”

Vance scratched the back of his