Chapter 3Brad and Ian talked every day for the next week. On Friday, when Brad asked Ian what he was doing Saturday night, Ian replied that he was going out with his good friend, Zack. For although they hadn’t made any firm plans yet, it was a Saturday routine, almost not needing any formal arrangement.
“You can meet us there,” suggested Ian. “Or even better. Come over and see my place. Have a few pre-club drinks.”
“You’re sweet for inviting me, but you should make some time for your friends.”
“It’s no problem. I haven’t spoken to Zack yet. He’ll be cool with it.”
But Brad seemed reluctant, and Ian didn’t want to push him.
“No, no,” said Brad. “We’ll catch up on Sunday.”
When he called Zack afterwards, Ian wished he had called his friend first.
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