Kenji is a third-generation Japanese-American and a gregarious fellow. He’s also gay.<br><br>When he buys a new condo, he meets James, the somewhat heavy-drinking ass who lives next door. Even if the guy were gay, Kenji wouldn’t date him in a million years.<br><br>Despite their differences, Kenji and James form a friendship which slowly moves into the bedroom. Kenji is falling for James, but can James come around to accept he’s really gay? Does he loves Kenji, or will the relationship die out before it even begins?

Never in a Million Years

Then it all flooded back to him, and he was grateful for his neighbor’s kindness. He felt sick, and when he stood, he fell back on the bed.


Kenji walked in. “Hey, how are you doing?” He looked into James’ eyes. “Ohhhh, you don’t look good. Do you feel as bad as you look?”


“You shouldn’t be alone. It’s Saturday. You can stay here, especially since I have no love life right now.”


James objected. “No, I don’t want to intrude.”


“I’ll bring you more chicken soup, and I have a casserole handy. No prob. That’s what neighbors are for. You should not be alone, and unless you have a decent boyfriend you can ask to come over, you’re staying here.”


“I saw the news conference on TV recently. You came out as gay. No big deal. I came out when I was in high school.” Kenji shook his head. “You just look and act so straight. My gaydar sucked. No way I figured you for gay.”


Chapter 31