The Boss

Chapter 4: A Welcome Surprise

Sauli

I walked out of Adam's office and took the subway straight home. I hurriedly took a shower, got changed, and haphazardly put on some eyeliner. I had met a guy earlier in the week on the subway and he invited me out on a date to a club. I had everything ready when my home phone rang. I saw that it was my mom so I answered.

Me: Hi mom.

Mom: Oh Sauli it's so good to hear your voice. I was getting worried. I've been calling you all week.

Me: Sorry, I got a job and by the time I get home it's too late to call there. Speaking of which, it's almost 1am.

Mom: I couldn't sleep ... too worried. You know I don't like you there by yourself. I'm glad you got a job. Do you like it?

Me: Yes I do. I hate to cut you short mom but I'm on my way out for a date.

Mom: Could this one be the one?

Me: I don't know, I only met him the other day.

Mom: I just want you to find someone and be happy Sauli. I don't want you alone there.

Me: I have some friends here mom ... I’m not all alone. I'll try my hardest to find love ok? I love you.

Mom: I love you too my precious Sauli.

I shook my head as I bundled up and headed to the club. I got there and looked around but didn't see him so I picked a seat at the bar and ordered a martini. About 15 minutes later the lights dimmed and a man started to sing. His voice made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. My back was to the stage so I turned around to watch. When I did my mouth dropped ... it was Adam. I sat there transfixed on this man afraid to even breathe too deeply as I downed another 2 drinks. This was a gay club, did that mean he was gay?