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Although Alan accepted Eric’s warmhearted gesture without any fuss, he was still somewhat reluctant about the situation at hand. Once — just once — he wanted to show the other that he was capable of working on his own. However, Eric had a point: there was no point in arguing. Glancing up at his lover, Alan offered a small smile. “Actually, I finished what I needed to do, so… I’m ready when you are.”

Eric had a feeling he’d say something like that. He grinned and got to his feet, “A'righ’, then. Ye go’ all the paperwork on the guy we’re reapin’? Should have been dropped on yer desk this mornin’."