I'm Sorry
“Can I talk to you?” asked Jerry.
“Sure, what’s on your mind buddy?” I reached over, placing my hand on his in a reassuring gesture.
“Well, you see, I need to tell you what’s been going through my mind before I leave for basic training.”
“What do you mean, Jerry?”
“Jim, there’s no easy way to say this but, I love you.”
I pulled my hand away from him and I could see the fear in his eyes. What does he mean he loves me? Of course he does we’ve been best friends since middle school.