Chapter 8: Upset
I learn so much about Joey’s life in the next week: his hobbies, where he likes his coffee from, bars he likes to frequent, his friends, and more.
I become his “bear-boyfriend,” a label that grows on me. Joey insists that he’s not one to settle down, but I fit the bill regarding his needs, lifestyle, and so on.
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Rumors spread around Ashland Construction that I’m f*****g one of the bosses. I tell Sissy, “It’s the other way around: the boss is f*****g me.”
Sissy is dropping work on my desk. She leans over and whispers, “Beware of Brian. The man is on the rampage and you’re in his range of things to massacre.”
Not a half hour later after Sissy’s tip, Brian calls me into his office. I find the courage to face him and head to his office.
“Is it true, Nolan?” he as
