I don't think it's good to take what other people say at face value. Critical thinking is important. I like that the MC listens and is willing to figure it out for himself, and at the same time won't be swayed against a friend by someone he doesn't know who has no proof. MC is the type to be very loyal once he finally lets someone in and that's admirable. I think it is right for MC to confront the blond dude (but with backup for safety lol). The age difference is no bueno but the blond dude hasn't been sexual towards MC, if my memory serves me correctly. At this point it's possible that he just wants to help MC (like a big brother/role model type) and the co-worker is saying all this because he misinterpreted or is in love with the blond dude and jealous of the MC. Still, MC is too young for this mess and shouldn't be jerked around like this by the coworker or the blond dude who's currently ignoring him. The relationship is definitely inappropriate.
I don't think it's good to take what other people say at face value. Critical thinking is important. I like that the MC listens and is willing to figure it out for himself, and at the same time won't be swayed against a friend by someone he doesn't know who has no proof. MC is the type to be very loyal once he finally lets someone in and that's admirable. I think it is right for MC to confront the blond dude (but with backup for safety lol).
The age difference is no bueno but the blond dude hasn't been sexual towards MC, if my memory serves me correctly. At this point it's possible that he just wants to help MC (like a big brother/role model type) and the co-worker is saying all this because he misinterpreted or is in love with the blond dude and jealous of the MC.
Still, MC is too young for this mess and shouldn't be jerked around like this by the coworker or the blond dude who's currently ignoring him. The relationship is definitely inappropriate.