The place looked squeaky clean. Oscar had seen his message earlier, and he knew about having guests. As he entered his pad, Jason hugged him. His boyfriend was sweaty, but it did not bother him. "Oscar, you're back. How was it? Have they decided yet?" "Yes, and my brother was the one to hammer the nail in my coffin. However, I will not back down from them." Oscar sounded more assertive, and something was different from him. Jason could not put his head on it, but he knew that Oscar was not himself. "There’s no need to act strong. I am here. You can count on me. We will get through this. I will do everything I can," Jason assured him. "Thanks, love. I appreciate it. I do have a plan, but I need your help in order to succeed. " Oscar broke off from the hug and sat on the sofa. "Hey, are

