Dave frowned, looking at the bag in his hand and then at Michael’s surprised face. “Why are you making such a big deal out of this?”

“Who are they for?” Michael, now curious, came closer to Dave, narrowing his amber eyes.

“Do you have someone special at home? Maybe Bianca?”

“Watch your words. Don’t pry into things that aren’t your concern,” Dave said sharply to Michael, preparing to leave.

He couldn’t afford to delay any further. Bianca was waiting for him at ...