At a friend’s wedding reception, Strider is berated by a man who assumes Strider is his son’s lover. He doesn’t even know the guy! The man apologizes and offers Strider a sales position at his company. After the reception Ryan, the man’s son, calls to apologize for his father. The two start talking, and Strider confesses his attraction to men, though he’s only ever dated girls. The two find they have a lot in common, and one date leads to another as their relationship deepens.<br><br>On top of the world with a new love and a new job, Strider accidentally comes out to his boss, putting his position in jeopardy. Can Strider learn to accept who he is and come out, celebrating his new relationship with Ryan while working for Ryan’s homophobic father?

Making Wise Decisions

Strider gave him all the details of his termination and settlement. “I’m just tired of hiding it. Maybe it’s time to grow up. I’m trying to make wiser decisions. I’ve done some stupid things.” He told him of his racing from the police and what the officer told him about making wise decisions.


“I see. Did that officer give you good advice?”


“Then find her and tell her she’s helped you. It will help her; trust me. It’s part of the give and take in life. We’re all insecure you know.” He gave a crooked smile.


“What TV show did you get that from?”


Chapter 13