That was a lot better than leaving the legs hanging about two inches from Barry's ankles. Hartley really wished he wasn't that much shorter than Barry, it made him feel self-conscious somehow. He focused on getting his books back out and shook his head. "I'm sorry. I'm sure they are a good read, but currently I don't have room for recreational reading on my schedule." Also, even if there had been, comics really wouldn't be acceptable. He wondered if they really could be any good. Maybe. A lot of music that his parents disapproved of was amazing. "Maybe if I have time one day, you can make recommendations."