Chapitre 46: Chapter 46

“That sounds expensive.”

“That’s what I said.”

He glanced around. “Are you here alone?”

“No, I’m here with my…” I looked toward the bar, but guys were standing two and three deep, and I couldn’t spot Wills. “…my boyfriend. He’s getting our drinks.”

“You’ve got a boyfriend, Theo?” John didn’t seem to notice that abruptly Bradford was much more relaxed.

“Yes. We’ve been together since last spring.”

“That’s marvelous! I’m so happy for you!”

“John and I have been together for almost five years now.” Bradford slid an arm around his lover’s waist, and a smile brightened John’s face.

“Good for you. Would you like to join us?”

“Thank you for asking—”

“—but we were just on our way home. I have an open house tomorrow.” John sighed. “Although I don’t know why I’m bothering. That Dashwood bitch will only steal the sale from under me anyway.”