Chapter 12Theo leaned against the kitchen counter, watching as Ric fixed breakfast on Thursday morning. He’d offered to help, but Ric nixed it, saying he was a guest. “A special one, but a guest none the less…for now.”
The ‘for now’ piqued Theo’s interest but he didn’t ask. He had something else on his mind. “The cleaners are supposed to show up at my place at nine.”
“And?” Ric asked.
“I should be there until they finish.”
“Why? They’re more than competent to do the job without you overseeing it. Let them in; show them what needs doing, then head on to work. If you mom asks, tell her you spent the night here and had to go home to change clothes.” Ric smirked. “That should make her happy.”
“No kidding,” Theo replied. Well, I hope it does. She’s been after me to find a good man. I think
