“You know, if there’s one thing Toby has taught me, it’s that everyone deserves a second chance.”Gratefully, I tighten my arm around his waist. “Or I’ll give you a serious spanking!”Jimmy throws up a hand in mock alarm, pulling a fake-scared face. Gay sex Not like most of those stuck-up City assholes.”Florian raises an eyebrow. I promise.”“Don’t promise. I promise.”“Don’t promise. “It’s been nearly three years since I got that sick from drinking. They’re open tonight too. They always eat at that time. A strange kind of certainty. Getting wasted together?”In a croaky voice I said, “Mike’s not to blame. But not abandoned. Hope to see you again soon.”I watch him walk back to the car.“He’s amazing,” Pamela says. Just… well, it’s good he’s still with you. “We can find something for him, right? Just… well, it’s good he’s still with you. How about you?”“Am I allowed to drink again?”“You are – under supervision, of course.”I opened my mouth to protest, but he raised his hand.“Non-negotiable.”With a sigh, I started to get dressed, while Florian went to fetch the beers from our fridge.****Florian is busy in the function hall, arranging tables and chairs, his eyes focused as he fine-tunes the layout.My heart skips a beat as I walk over to him.
