“Do you mind if I steal Asher away for a minute? I have a friend visiting from New York and she’s a huge fan. She’ll absolutely murder me if I don’t introduce her.” She dropped her voice to a stage whisper. “I told her Asher isn’t all he’s cracked up to be in real life, but she refused to listen.” “I don’t mind. It’s something they have to learn for themselves,” I agreed with mock solemnity. “Thank you both. I appreciate you talking shit about me while I’m standing right here,” Asher said dryly.
