“I can take it,” I say. “I don’t have much going on career-wise.” “And just like that, my name is in the ring,” Charlie says dryly, then he looks right at Maximoff. “You’re welcome.” “Thank you,” he says deeply. And I realize I’ve been anxious about their relationship for nothing. Moffy isn’t jealous or hurt that Charlie is looking out for me—he wants him to.

