I coughed and looked away to ease the tension. “I think I need to get going." I said, rising.

But Theo took my hand gently. “Why are you in a hurry? I have something to say to you."

What now? “Fine. Maybe you should hurry with it then. I don't want to stay out too long."

“I don't know how it may sound go you, but I know you guys feel unjustly treated by George, especially now he set your father up." 

Yeah, so? I gave him a blank stare.

“Why don't you let me step in to help?" 

The depth of the care in his voice warmed my heart....