Joe props his hands on his hips, looking back and forth between Kendra and me. “Any other life-altering surprises you’d like to share with me?” I feel Kendra’s shoulders slump against my arm, and I know she’s thinking about the cancer conversation. “There’s nothing else. I swear. I’m sorry.” Joe sighs. “No, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t’ve said that. You told me when you could.” “No, don’t apologize. It’s fair. But…you’re okay? With… us?” Kendra asks hesitantly. I hate that she’s nervous, but I understand it. This is a big deal. Not just because I’ve been friends with Joe. But because we’re a big
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