LOVE LOST, LOVE FOUND
But before I could ask any questions, Derek continued.
"Dexter and I were roommates in college," he explained. "He's now a successful psychiatrist, and I've been wanting to bring you to meet him for ages."
I shook Dexter's hand, trying to play along despite my growing confusion. "Nice to meet you," I said, trying to sound polite.
Dexter smiled warmly and nodded. "The pleasure is all mine," he said. "Please, follow me."
He led us to his office, a spacious room with a large desk and a comfortable-looking couch. The walls were lined with books and certificates, and a large window let in a flood of natural light.