Justin was actually quite taken aback by the series of reactions that Nicky displayed upon his arrival. He bent over to retrieve the journal and held it out to Nicky. "Michael is his best friend, and Anthony has worried his poor self to the point of sleeplessness," Justin explained patiently. "We've made up our differences, and I essentially let him use me as a teddy bear last night so he could get some rest. Surely you cannot think less of me for helping a friend in need."