Chapter 8
Saturday was spent as Saturdays almost always had been for the two men—before the reunion weekend and Kev’s opening up to Neil about his feelings. They did chores, Kev went to work at four—getting off after the restaurant closed at one—and Neil watched a TV movie, read when it was over, then went to bed.
He called Kev mid Sunday morning, when he knew he was probably up and moving, to suggest they do something together before Kev had to go to work.
“What did you have in mind?” Kev asked.
“It’s a nice day, so let’s not stay cooped up inside. There aren’t any fairs going on, so that’s out. We could pack a lunch and go for a drive in the country.”
“Sure. Why not? Your car or mine?”
“You drive, I’ll make the lunch.”
“Deal. I’ll be there in half an hour.”
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