His voice is soft. “Why does that make you feel nervous, Hal?” “I don’t know.” “Yes, you do.” I huff a small laugh because what’s the use in lying to this guy? He knows me too well. “I think because for six years, I watched your life move into this new, impressive phase. You have all these new people around. I mean, you’re literally famous now.” “Gross.” “But you are, and sometimes I get nervous that because I’m part of your old life, I won’t fit into the new.” He’s quiet for a long moment before he says, “But you’re not just a part of my life. You’re the center of it. So, if something
...more

