Chapter 54

“That was some conversation in a short time. We just today discussed that. And I told him I would take a leave of absence—I have the time to still be paid—and see if we can live together. If this is more than sex.” Ian saw Stephen flinch and smiled inwardly.

“And part of that is talking to Frank.” Stephen was emphatic.

“About Andrew and me?”

“Oh, good Lord no! He’d have another coronary.” Now Stephen chuckled. “Both Andrew and I have told him he needs to thank you.”

“Not really necessary. It’s my training and I’d have done it for a stranger.”

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Ian was not happy to be walking between Jessie and Stephen, the three of them heading toward Frank’s room. They didn’t talk, but Andrew had promised dinner and more if he does this. Ian was focusing on the more.