His parents leave first. They say they’ll go get Lou from the walker and all of Lou’s things from the apartment, like his bed and toys and food. His father offers to take him back to the apartment tomorrow so he can pack up the things he needs and wants to take with him to their house.
Cade stays so long, waiting outside while the psychologist talks to Arkady, that when they bring Arkady something to eat, the nurse brings a sandwich for Cade as well.
“Not quite how I pictured our first meal together.” Arkady sighs.
“Well, the food isn’t as good as I’d hoped, but the company is just as fine as I remember.” Cade smiles, a twinkle in his eyes.
“I bet you say that to all the boys,” Arkady says, but he can’t help blushing.
“Not really, not even to all the cute ones. I’m not going to lie: t
