Mike

Vanessa's and my house is full of life... it's summer, they've gathered about fifty friends for a barbecue. Laughter drowns out the music. Vanessa is holding on to Mike's arm while they talk with Vincent. Vincent: "We should do this more often." Mike: "Yeah... why not." He lights a cigarette, with the same calm as always. In the middle of the conversation, his gaze drifts for an instant toward me, near the pool with Lucas, a friend. Just a second. He immediately turns his attention back to Vincent without anything showing. Vanessa: "Daydreaming again?" Mike (with a slight smile): "I was listening to Vincent talk nonsense." Everyone laughs. He does too. No one notices those fleeting glances he tries to hide. Mike always stays relaxed and carefree, never showing anything... Mike takes a sip of beer calmly... 🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸