Liam joins us and sits next to him, clearing his
throat.
“You know she’s our employee and what’s
more, she’s Rain’s friend. We can’t afford to lose
her.”
“What the fuck?”
“Come on Patrick, you’re a bit old to act so
childish and pretend like this doesn’t affect you.
We know very well what you’re doing.”
“I’m not doing anything, so knock it off. And
even if I was, it’s none of your business.”
“Iknewit!” Aaron exclaims, raising his voice
and punching the counter.
Liam puts a hand on his shoulder, inviting him
to stay calm because he’s already learned that the
tough guy routine doesn’t get him anywhere with
me except perhaps producing the opposite of the
desired effect.
“Let’s speak about this clearly,” Aaron starts.
“We don’t care about the kind of life you live. We
don’t even care when you go home with
customers, even if we’ve lost a few because of you
lately, but okay. I understand, it’s your way of
facing life, and if I don’t share your vision, that’s
fine. We’re friends and also business partners. I
support you even when I don’t approve of certain
choices you make, but this is a different situation.”
“Listen,” I interrupt him, placing both hands on
the counter and leaning toward him threateningly.
“I don’t stick my nose in your business, unless you
