Stay or Go

Dylan took a sip of his tea and quickly set the cup down on the table.

Archie was across the table eating his bread serenely. He looked upset.

Since we started eating he hasn't said anything... He must be upset about the pot I broke yesterday..., thought Dylan, as he ate.

I know he's just doing this to humiliate me and avenge his mother… it's not like he really likes me, he thought, giving a slight laugh.

Archie looked at him.

Dylan looked away.

Archie ignored him and went back to eating.

Of course he'll never like me... we're two men... he's just having fun with me... so the sooner I can get away from him... the better.

"Dylan..."

"Huh!" Dylan was flustered hearing Archie call him.

Dylan lifted his head looking at Archie, and saw his husband's eyes already riveted to him.

"I want you to be honest with me..." Archie said staring at him.

"Yeah… I'm all ears…" Dylan said, totally confused.

"Here between us, what do I get for hiding this secret th