Chapter 71

“You sound more amused than hurt.”

Drew nodded. “Yeah, I guess that’s true. To be honest, it’s not like I ever thought he was my happily-ever-after guy or anything. I wasn’t in love with him. What about you? A good-looking guy like you must have had a boyfriend or two in his past. What are you? In your thirties?”

Mark glanced away. “Sure, I had a boyfriend I cared a lot about once.”

He wanted to ask for details, but something in Mark’s body language told him not to press it. Drew pushed aside his natural nosiness and glanced at his watch. “I’m afraid my lunch break is just about over and I have to get back to the shop.”

“Okay. I’ve finished my coffee anyway.”

“Listen, thanks a lot for coming all the way here. I know it was a big deal for you.” Drew brushed at the lock of hair that had fallen into his eyes. “Maybe you’d like to come again next Wednesday?”

Mark stood. He looked doubtful and Drew tried to hide his disappointment. “Maybe. I’ll think about it.”