Chapter 15: Tiffany, Part 2

"Yes," he says in a rush. "We don't have to go. It's not a big deal."

"Yes, it is. I know how team politics go. You need to show up, play nice, and pretend to give a shit so on Monday, you're not the guy who didn't show."

"Yeah," he exhales, relieved that I understand why he's conflicted.

I stretch my back and think for a minute before saying, "I think we should both go."

"You do?" The amount of surprise on his face is almost comical.

"Look, I hate the idea of pretending to give a shit that they're moving to Canada or wherever, but it won't kill us to play nice for the sake of the team."

"I hate taking you back into that environment. After everything…"

"Rowen, stop," I interrupt. "Yes, it will be a little uncomfortable. But I'm assuming Daniel and Quincy will be there, right?"

One of his shoulder raises like he assumes so but doesn't know for sure.