Chapter 17

“Because, I have to say talking to me about any trouble you have working for Travis puts me in an awkward situation.”

He nodded and chewed.

“I understand the need to vent, but—”

He swallowed. “I’m not, dude. This isn’t about work. Travis is an awesome boss.”

Darrell looked relieved. “Okay, good.”

Barnaby laughed. “D, I’d never complain to you about your boyfriend even if I did have a problem with him. I’m not a moron.”

“I know, but, well, we’re friends and friends talk about crappy bosses and boyfriends.” Darrell shrugged.

“Actually, that’s sort of what I do want to talk about. The last part I mean. Not that I have a boyfriend…um, not yet anyway.”

“You’recoming to me for man trouble?”

He smiled at the other man’s incredulous look. “It’s not trouble exactly. And, geez, why wouldn’t I ask you? You have a hot boyfriend, which is more than I can say.”

“Well, okay. So what’s up?”