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“One that’s Japanese?”

“Uh… I can’t say I ever pictured him that way, but I’m open.”

“A little brother who is cuter than you and better at getting boys?”

“Now you’re pushing it,” Anthony said with a chuckle.

“Okay,” Ricky said. “We’ll have to spend more time together, of course. And figure out what we have in common.”

“A new episode ofBatman: The Animated Seriesis coming on soon. We could watch it together.”

“Deal!” Ricky leapt to his feet and extended his hand. “Let’s start over. Hi! I’m new here. My name is Riku, but my friends call me Ricky.”

“Nice to meet you, Ricky.” Anthony stood up, took his hand, and pulled him into a hug. “You’re going to love it here. I promise. Welcome to Pride.”