Faulty

H E R A

"But things have changed now; and you'll have to adjust. Especially when you mention the kids."

"Yeah, I get it, but he should have discussed it with me."

"You're not mistaken, but remember who we're talking about. This is Thomas Morris. He's not one to initiate conversations. He's all about taking action. Doing. In his world, that's how things get accomplished. He's not your average guy, Hera. If you're looking for someone who communicates openly, Thomas isn't the right person for you. He's a man of action. He acts before he speaks, and you need to be prepared for that."

A big family walks into the bookstore, and Dale gives my knee a pat. "I need to assist them, but feel free to stay as long as you want, okay?"

"Thank you. I think I'll head back to my apartment and catch a nap. Thanks for everything. You're a great friend."

A shadow passes over his eyes, and that familiar feeling of unease creeps back in, telling me that something is off, but once again, I can't pinpoint what