A Lesson Overheard

Dexter threw a victory party for Dorian, inviting a bunch of his usual crew.

By the time Dorian showed up, the drinks were already flowing.

Seeing him arrive alone, one of the guys asked, "Where's your girl?"

Dorian's eyes darkened, a flicker of impatience crossing his face.

"She didn't come," Dorian replied.

Dexter came over with a grin to greet Dorian, then teased the guy who'd asked.

"Come on,