“Yeah! It is! A great surprise I mean.” Kris grinned back, happy to not have to remain in the condo or sit on a cushion in the office all day.”
“Good, good.”
Bob smiled at his enthusiasm and brandished a camera at him. “Boss wanted me to get you this. I have some SD cards in my jacket in case you manage to fill that one up.” He turned to face his boss. “I’ve also put several bags in the boot, should you guys decide to do any food shopping or anything.”
“Excellent idea. Shall we?” Ishmael said, offering Kris his arm.
Oh. Of course.Kris sighed inwardly as he realised the cosiness he was expected to exhibit to Ishmael during the outing.It’s just holding onto his arm o hand. Not like you’re macking all over him or anything.He stepped forward, his smile mildly strained as he first took the camera from Bob, hooking the strap attached to it around his neck, then accepted Ishmael’s arm.
“Thanks for the camera,” he said softly as they stepped into the hall. “It’s a really nice one.”
“You’re welcome,” Ishmael said warmly, keying the lift doors open.
“It’s a lot fancier than any I’ve used before.”
“I’ve got the manual with me,” Bob said helpfully. “You can read it in the car.”
“Okay, thanks,” Kris said gratefully.Hopefully, it’ll be simple and I won’t piss him off looking like I don’t appreciate his gift.As the lift doors closed, he asked, “Is there someone always there, on the door, I mean. Like, when we’re not home even?”
“Always,” Bob confirmed. Just one more layer of security to make sure no one can get in to do anything that might harm you or the boss.”
Somehow, Kris did not find that at all reassuring.
