Something from Nothing

Shane has never managed to catch a break. His mother died when he was a teen and his father left home the day he turned eighteen. Then he met a man he thought would fulfill all his dreams. Little does he know that Tyler will plunge him into a nightmare of both physical and verbal abuse.<br><br>With his self-esteem destroyed and no friends to turn to, Shane lives every day in despair. But when they’re invited to a neighbour’s house for dinner, things begin looking up. Michael, their host, is no stranger to Shane, for they have often said hello over the fence.<br><br>But is he the one who will come to Shane’s rescue? Or will Tyler make sure their friendship goes no further than the dinner?

Wayne Mansfield

Peringkat tidak cukup

26 Chs

Chapter 10

“I got us some wine,” said Shane.

“Ahhh,” said Michael. “A good one, too. But I can’t drink. I’m driving.”

Shane was crushed. He’d just spent precious dollars in the hopes that Michael might enjoy some nice wine with him. His disappointment must have shown on his face.

“Maybe just one,” said Michael. “A small one.” He looked in the direction of the bathroom. “I hate to ask, but do you mind if I took a shower? If we’re going to sit down and have a glass of wine, I’d rather not do it while I’m still sweaty and smelly.”

Shane felt something stir in his jeans.

“Of course. I mean, of course not. I think there’s a spare towel in there. It’s not very thick, though,” he added, apologetically.

Michael smiled and winked at him. “I’m sure it’ll do the job.”

He disappeared into the bathroom, curiously not closing the door all the way. Had he meant to do that, or had he not pushed it hard enough for it to fully close?

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