Chapter 79

“Just curious. I really did like you, you know. I just couldn’t admit to it, not then. I’m involved with someone, anyway. The drummer of my band. Grover Sandino.”

“You’re gay?” This had been a day for admissions.

“Yup.” The smile he gave me was bright and unashamed.

“Wow.” This conversation was definitely high on my list for the bizarre. “I…Well, I used to sleep with this guy—fuck buddies, you know? And then I broke it off because my heart became involved, and I didn’t want to deal with that or pressure him, especially after what happened with you in high school and…you know. Anyway, that same guy pulled a stunt I didn’t appreciate, and I flipped out and punched him in the nose.”

Zakk raised his eyebrows. “Shit, Evan.”