Myles went back into his house and saw Patricia sitting in the only armchair in the room. He sat on a bench and faced her.

'Myles...'

'Patricia..' They both started simultaneously. Then they laughed, the tension breaking.

'You first!' Patricia said.

'Ladies first! Myles protested.

'And this lady has already conceded the initiative to you!' she insisted, smiling.

''Patricia, you are my best friend. We grew up together and I have always confided in you', Myles started, trying to choose his words carefully also as not to hurt her. 'I have also confided in you that I have a mate and she is the main reason I have taken up...