Part 14
STS,
A terrific chapter. It really shows how committed Greg is to Jimmy as a swimmer and an adopted younger brother whom he can give the benefit of his life experience of 17 years. The dialogue sounds so much like that of adolescents, not stilted or fake, and not overly "saccharine" either. And Greg is very honest with Jimmy about his chances to make the team, something that Jimmy clearly understands and accepts based on his great trust in Greg. I believe that Jimmy knows that Greg would never lead him astray, treat him like a kid, or minimize any of Jimmy's adolescent concerns. That's why the conversation about sexual experiences could take place. Thank you for stretching out this story so we can enjoy it for an even longer time.
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