"Thank Merlin for Patrick," he said, grinning. And since he'd never been one to hold back curiosity, asked something that had been on his mind for awhile. "How are things going with you two? And don't think you can get out of telling me, I'm your best friend."
He grinned back at Dale, and nodded. "I am happy. The house is amazing. We'll have a housewarming this month. I'd say we'll wait until things settle down, but since who knows when that will happen, we'll set it for between the full moons."
He shot Dale an apologetic look. "I've been a horribly long distance friend. I promise I'll come visit this week. Wednesday or Thursday, definitely. Dad's still pouting because he hasn't been to see the house yet. I'll bring you both something delicous to make up for it."