Chapter 43

Daniel

"Do you want something to drink?" I offered.

I was currently at home with my dearest friend, Andrew, who I hadn't seen in the past six to seven months.

He unexpectedly showed up at my doorstep about ten minutes ago, and I was pleasantly surprised to see him back in LA, especially because I had anticipated his return to be toward the end of the year, as per his usual routine.

Andrew and I have been friends for nearly two decades, and he is not just a close friend but my best friend.

"No, thanks, bro. I'm all good," he declined, which didn't come as a surprise.

"You've been here for about ten minutes now, and you haven't explained why you're in LA when you should be working. Is everything alright?" I inquired a mix of curiosity and concern in my voice.

"It may seem like you forget that I'm not confined to an office job. I have the freedom to come and go as I please. I