Carl's lips parted, but no words came out. He didn't know what to say.
"I made breakfast. You should eat before you leave." Ryan continued.
"I thought you left like last time," Carl said softly.
Ryan stared at him in silence for a few seconds before breaking into a small laugh. "This is my house. Where else would I be?"
"Right, I didn't think of that." Carl looked down at his feet, trying to hide his embarrassment.
"Would you like to eat or shower first? I set up toiletries in the bathroom."
"Shower first," Carl said, returning to the room. He felt like hitting his head on the wall. He had just embarrassed himself in front of Ryan. Just when their relationship had begun to progress.
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