Hank
It felt surreal to be walking into the bar with Corey by my side. This was our first date, and I was surprised that it was out in public. My heart was pounding in my chest as we headed toward one of the booths located in the corner of the bar. When Corey had suggested that we double-date with Alastair and Jacob, I had been surprised, but extremely hopeful. Alastair and Jacob were already seated next to each other, and I immediately knew that something was right. Sure, they smiled when they saw us coming, but I knew Alastair. My normally outgoing boss looked tense and uncomfortable.
“Hey, guys,” Corey greeted them as he slid into the seat across from them. Jacob smiled far too brightly as his eyes darted between me and Corey.
“Hey, Corey…Hank,” he greeted. I nodded in greeting as
