[ He feels a lot older, wrung out. Is that what fighting your first war is like? But he smiles anyway, shadows lingering in his eyes that weren't there before. ]
You're a human fireball who pushed me out of the castle, consider us even.
[And that's why Johnny's offer surprises him. The shot that he was just lifting to his lips pauses before he throws it back. Jack winces slightly before he looks back at him.]
[ okay, that remark amuses him. human fireball, huh? ] I promise I won't push you out of the bar we go to.
[ in other words, yeah, he is. it feels strangely lonely in here, and he's not in the mood to flirt. playboys and party animals can have their downtime too, right? ]
How nice of you. [ Man, you dog! Johnny clucks his tongue, visibly cheered at the notion of good drinks and company that isn't trying to kill him. Hopefully. ] Bet they're crying into their pillows right about now.
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[He forms the words carefully. But Johnny defies expectations...apparently. Jack's still working out how he feels about that.]
Congratulations on your continued survival. I hope you make the most of it.
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[ He feels a lot older, wrung out. Is that what fighting your first war is like? But he smiles anyway, shadows lingering in his eyes that weren't there before. ]
Planning to. You up for a drink? [ Or ten? ]
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[And that's why Johnny's offer surprises him. The shot that he was just lifting to his lips pauses before he throws it back. Jack winces slightly before he looks back at him.]
Are you looking for a friend?
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[ in other words, yeah, he is. it feels strangely lonely in here, and he's not in the mood to flirt. playboys and party animals can have their downtime too, right? ]
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Where? Chances are it'll be someplace with a farm animal in the name anyway.
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[ as long as it gets the job done: good alcohol, and active not-dealing with shit, he's good. ]
Where are you now?
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[Jack brightens a little at the mention of Mair, a smile finally curving his lips.]
I happen to be in Mair as we speak.
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[ jack should smile more often, tbh. ]
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Catch you in an hour?
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[It's so easy to play the part of the womanizer. It leaves the worst taste in his mouth - fortunately he can wash it down with plenty of alcohol.]
An hour.