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“In fact,” I continue, the tone of ust to freeze, plate halfway to the cabinet “He told ot out of the hospital, came to a new home, has a dad, and a whole new life”

My gaze slides over August, who sets the plate on the counter and ainst the entryway that separates it fro to stay in Vegas”

We’ve been brushing over this issue,Sam better But decisions have to be made

It’s subtle, but I don’t miss the expression of disust, because I kno happy this will s

I’aze onfor a job If it’s okay with August, Sah in savings to cover first and last month’s rent Obviously, Dad… I would love for you to make the permanent move here with us I’m sure we can find a three-bedroom apartment”

It’s silent, and I ith bated breath to see if August pipes in I half expect hier Or at least assure us there’s no rush for us to move out

It’s htful “I understand why you want to stay, Leighton I’m not surprised But I think I want to return to Denver I love it there—like uys ork there My poker club I have a life there, and I think I’m better suited there”

I’m somewhat surprised by this I know he loves Saht decision I feel the need to point out, “You can get another job you like here You’ll make friends here”

My dad stands, hitching his pants up “Yeah… I know But Denver’s h”

I open ue some more, but he shuts it down Heads to the door that leads down into the base day for everybody”

“Okay,” I reply tentatively as he retreats “Goodnight”

“Goodnight,” he replies before disappearing down the stairs and closing the door behind him

I look at August, who has his gaze pinned on the baseht,” I say orry

August raises an eyebrow in question