This story was published as a part of the Only fools die of heartbreak collection by Equus Press. We were quiet a few seconds, then Dee said, “My sister and her two roommates – you should see their apartment. It’s very nice and clean. They’ve got new carpets. It looks great.” “Yes, I’m sure it’s very impressive.” “Oh, come on. Why can’t you say anything nice? Everything I say, you just make fun of it.” “I do not.” “You do! You have nothing nice to say about anyone – ever!” “That’s not true at all. What I’m supposed to do – say what amazing heroes they are for having a clean apartment? Should I get all happy, tell you how