Always side by side. That’s what Simon swore years ago, his hands clasped in Anon’s. Now, things have changed; a deep rift has formed between them. Simon’s gaze narrowed, watching Anon across the long table. He had a strict deadline to meet. Two days, Simon. You know what is at stake. He wasn’t sure how to handle his former partner now that they were on opposing sides. The silence continued, and Simon ate, his gaze burning into Anon.