I don't want to make friends, I just want to fix things. Maybe then, my brother will trust me again. But when my first day as a computer tech goes awry, I accidentally smash the distracting toy store guy's drone into scrap metal. He doesn't want my money. Or a fight. In fact, he suggests I hug his turkey plush. It's stupid, unnecessary, and strangely comforting. Sal is absurdly forgiving. And loyal. And sweet. Even when his girlfriend ditches him for his friends.

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So, when he asks me to lend him my game modding expertise for her birthday gift, it's difficult to say no—and even harder to pretend she deserves him. What he needs is a real friend...and I come with benefits. My brother certainly won't approve of my newest attachment, even if he's single. But if I'm actually going to let someone into my life, it'll require some serious modifications.