by Gerry Pirani
“Yes, thank you for that. Despite myself,” Brad conceded.
“And for the other minor incident,” said Jimmy quickly. “Well, what’s going on with dinner tonight?”
“We made baked ziti,” said Wendell, who then took off, mumbling about the garlic bread in the oven.
“Wow. Smells great,” Jimmy said.
“What other minor incident?” asked Brad, hobbling behind the couple into the house.
His friend shared a look with his fiancée, who averted her eyes.
“Jimmy?” Brad growled.
“It wasn’t my fault, first of all.” Jimmy smoothed the back of his hair and then played with his beard.
“Jimmy!” Brad repeated with a louder voice.
“Just that your mother called to see how your ankles were. You know, she was worried about you driving all that way home by yourself…”
Brad inhaled sharply as the room started to spin. What did his best friend do this time?
Jimmy covered his face with his hands and said, “Jesus, man, it’s 2014. I didn’t know you didn't tell your parents–”
The End
About the Author
Gerry Pirani has been a student of spirituality, meditation and human nature, especially in regard to relationships, for years. Taking this knowledge and using it to raise consciousness about the assumptions we make about the world, each other, and ourselves is the goal. The hope is also to increase mindful living and mindful loving through entertaining literature. The author of The Search For Intelligent Life on Earth series, Pirani is happy to branch out with novellas of varying sizes to introduce new characters, places, and experiences. And if a deeper experience appeals, check out the literary series, The Search For Intelligent Life on Earth.
Other Books by Pirani
The Search For Intelligent Life on Earth: A Story of Love. This is a full length, literary novel that is first in a series and available in paperback and e-book. Love, sex, and the search for meaning fuel this riveting novel that depicts a group of young men as they attempt to navigate life and relationships. Award-winning finalist in the 2014 USA Best Books Awards (Fiction: LGBTQ). Readers' Favorite Five Star review.
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