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He waited for the inevitable questions and accusations, but when Matt finally spoke, it was only to say, “You okay?”

“I’m fine,” Neil said.

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For the record, I don’t believe you,” Matt said.

Neil lifted one shoulder in a tired shrug. “You probably shouldn’t believe anything I say.”

Matt huffed, too strained and quiet to be a real laugh. “I get the feeling that’s the most honest thing you’ve said to me all year. But Neil? We’re here when you want to talk about it.” “I know.”