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“I don’t have a prejudice.” I frown.
“Yes, you did.”
“How?” I scoff.
“Well, you feared he was going to go back to a man.”
“That’s a legitimate fear, Alex.”
“If he was straight and you met him, would you fear that he would go back to another woman?”
“Well, no… but, that’s different.”
“That’s how Nathan sees it… in black and white.”
“That’s not… that’s not a prejudice, Alex.”
“Isn’t it?” He pauses for a moment. “Did you treat him the same as you would have treated a straight boyfriend?”
My heart sinks. I didn’t. I was led by fear. “Look, I know I wasn’t the innocent party in this. We both handled things badly. But I tried to save us.”
“How?”
“The letter. I begged him to work things out and come find me. He never did, Alex. What was I supposed to do? Call him every day and beg until he gave in? He needs to want this, too. There are two of us, and I’ve made my wishes known.”
He exhales heavily. “You two are fucked up.”
“Tell me something I don’t know.” I smile sadly. “But you’re right; I’m going to call Elliot and see if I can have a
phone appointment with him. Maybe he can give me some clarity or direction. I mean, I know it’s too late for Nathe and me, but maybe he can help me learn from my mistakes and move forward.”
“That’s a great idea.”
“It’s so nice talking to you.” I smile. “Can you do me a favor?” I ask.
“What’s that?”
“Can you check on your brother for me? I really worry about him.”
“Okay. I will.”
“Call me anytime if you need me.”
“I will.” He pauses. “Take care, babe.”
“You, too. Happy birthday.”
He chuckles. “I’m getting fucking old.”
“It’s true, you are.”
“Bye, Lize.”
“Bye, Alex.”
May
“Knock, knock!” I call.
