Leon (to Delia): No problem, babe. After Eep dealt with the guy pushing up on Mouse things settled a bit. Happy keep an eye on U.
Delia (to Leon): I know! I was actually a little surprised he had that in him.
Leon (to Delia): Eep has got plenty of attitude. Gets a little uncomfortable when talking about himself, but I like him, even angry.
Vincent (to Eep): Hey Slugger.
Eep (to Vincent): You're HILARIOUS, you know that? God. I'm not doing this right now. I'm not taking the bait. Go fuck with someone else.
Vincent (to Eep): Now. Now. Don't get all testy. Y R U so upset? Calm down will U? I'm not trying 2 mess w/ U. I'm honestly concerned. I know U've had a rough cpl of days. U have nothing 2 B embarrassed or upset abt, U know. It's all fine. Jules will tell Sasha what happened. Bsides, he isn't the 1st frat douche 2 get manhandled out of the club.
Eep (to Vincent): Yeah. I'm sure. It's not that. It's just... I don't do that sort of shit. Usually. Why am I telling you this?
Vincent (to Eep): Uh, b/c I'm ur friend & I care abt ur well being? U don't have 2 keep everything bottled up inside urself all the time, U know.
Eep (to Vincent): So your life is an open book, huh? You wanna tell me what really went on with you and Asher that one night then?
Vincent (to Eep): What?
Eep (to Vincent): You and the creep. That night I had to spend like 2 hours trying to talk you out of the bathroom. I'm not an idiot. That wasn't just a little makeout's worth of drama. Not for you.
Vincent (to Eep): Wow. All U had 2 say was, Srry Vincent. Not in the mood rite now. Thnx 4 ur concern. Ur such a dick sometimes.
Eep (to Vincent): I... Fuck. Look, I'm sorry. You're right. I'm being a dick. And... FUCK. Just, I'm sorry. OK?
Vincent (to Eep): Send me a pic of urself naked & all is forgiven.
Eep (to Vincent): No. FUCK no. But, um, thank you. For not being pissed at me and for pulling me offa that guy last night.
Vincent (to Eep): AND 4 my saint like concern 4 ur well being?
Eep (to Vincent): I don't think anything about you can be described as "saint like."
Vincent (to Eep): Goodness gracious, I shld hope not. Oh, & make sure U've checked in w/ ur g/f. I know U. U've been hiding 4 the past 2 days, no doubt & she's prolly worried.
A couple hours or so later:
Poppy (to Mouse): Hey, honey, I heard about the drama last night. Are you & the gloomy mister okay?
Mouse (to Poppy): Sheesh, I just woke up... I am not in the mood for this, go bother someone else.
Poppy (to Mouse): Geez, honey, who jiffy-popped your head? I was just trying to show concern... I'll leave you alone.
Mouse (to Poppy): I'm sorry. I thought it was some sort of trap... I'm not used to you being nice to me. I really did just wake up.
Poppy: Today is already such a disaster that the Red Cross wouldn’t give it coffee. I am so looking forward to the new year. (to Mouse) Well don’t let it go to your head or anything...
Eep (to Mouse): Uh, hey, pretty lady. Sorry I've been a ghost the past couple of days.
Mouse: Today seems to be an enormous question mark & I don't know what lies ahead... I only know that if it moves, I'm shooting it. (to Eep) Hey, that's ok. You've had a lot on your mind.
Eep (to Mouse): Yeah, well... It's no excuse to act like a dick, which I am.
Mouse (to Eep): It's ok... I'm kinda in a crap mood today.
Eep (to Mouse): God. You & me both. I gave Vincent a hard time for trying to be nice to me.
Mouse (to Eep): Really? I did something similar to Poppy.
Eep (to Mouse): Oh good. We're both completely unfit for human interaction.
Mouse (to Eep): Yeah, that's pretty much why I haven't left my house, spoken to anyone or taken off my pajamas all day. After the last few days I figured you might need some space & I needed to get ready for the big event this weekend.
Eep (to Mouse): God. Yeah. I almost forgot about that. Do you need anything? Need me to get you anything?
Mouse (to Eep): No, I'm good. Are you okay? Did something happen? Everyone keeps asking me if I'm okay... it's making me a little bit paranoid. Do you all know something I don't?
Eep (to Mouse): Fucked if I know. I'm just feeling useless. Pent up. I was hoping there was something useful I could do. Who else is asking you if you're OK?
Mouse (to Eep): Well, Vincent & Poppy, mostly... I keep telling them I'm fine, but they keep asking as if I shouldn't be. And, if you’re looking for something to do, you are more than welcome to come & keep me company before work, if you'd like.
Eep (to Mouse): I think they're just worried about you. Us, I mean. I dunno.
Mouse (to Eep): Well, it's sweet of them & all, but it's getting on my nerves.
Eep (to Mouse): I can keep you company at least.
Mouse (to Eep): That would be nice, I'm just going through music & trying to figure out what I definitely want to bring for tomorrow.
Eep (to Mouse): See you soon then. Love you.
Mouse (to Eep): See you when you get here. Love you too.
Eep (to Vincent & Poppy): Hey, uh, do me a favor, guys, and leave Mouse alone for a couple of days. I know you're just worried, but you guys are freaking her out.
Poppy (to Eep): Honey, I was just concerned... she's a bit of a delicate flower.
Eep (to Poppy): She's fine. Thanks for being worried. Just... Back off a little bit. Kay?
Poppy (to Eep): Ok, honey, I'll try...
Eep (to Poppy): Well, you don't wanna freak her out before your big event.
Poppy (to Eep): Of course not, honey, but it sounds like there's been some drama & in all honesty, I just wanted to make sure that she was ok.
Eep (to Poppy): She'll be fine. We'll see you tomorrow.
Poppy (to Vincent): Honey, why is the gloom patrol even more dour than usual? They've managed to take all of the fun out of teasing them.
Vincent (to Poppy): Couple drama. Something frm Eep's past has been bugging them. U know those 2. They have the combined relationship experience of a 7th grader.
Poppy (to Vincent): Oh well, I didn't mean to upset either of them... I was actually a bit worried that it was about the upcoming party. Are you okay? You don't seem yourself... Is the mood contagious?
Vincent (to Poppy): I'm fine, darling. I'm excited 2 see U 2morrow. I'm packing barely anything at all. ;-}
Poppy (to Vincent): Well, that's enough to make my heart all a-flutter & forget all that other gloomy business. And, it looks like I'm getting transferred back to my old job, so if you're up to it, we can see each other more.
Vincent (to Poppy): I think I might B able 2 handle that. And U.
Poppy (to Vincent): Oh honey, saying things like that may make an honest woman out of me... and we wouldn't want that, would we? ;-)
Vincent (to Poppy): Heaven forbid. I wouldn't know what 2 do w/ an honest woman.
Poppy (to Vincent): Honey, neither would I. ;-)
Several hours later:
Delia (to Leon): So you ready to tackle NYE solo? It'll be something with a good part of the regular crew out of town.
Leon (to Delia): I'm not going to sweat the details, just do what I can to be ready. Not going to be the only one in the booth, so we'll see!
Delia (to Leon): That's true. I imagine it'll be pretty busy too. So far lookin like smooth sailing. I over stocked on absinthe, heh.
Vincent (to Leon): Just don't bend ovr in frnt of Satanica & U'll B fine.
Leon (to Vincent): Why in the world would I avoid inviting trouble that sounds like so much fun? Tell me more about this Satanica…
Vincent (to Leon): Well, it depends. Do U like mummies and/or dried husks?
Leon (to Vincent): Not especially. Too much friction.
Vincent (to Leon): Then U'll want 2 avoid her. Srsly, U'll understand once U see her. & she WILL try 2 get in ur pants. It's a tradition.
Mouse (to Eep): Thanks for hanging out with me earlier. I feel like I can handle the evening a bit better, plus it seems to be the usual crowd.
Delia (to Mouse): ...I concur. Looks good from here. Bit lighter than a normal friday but tomorrow is nye. Also, no sign of the douche brigade.
Eep (to Mouse): No problem. Glad you're feeling better.
Mouse (to Delia): I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it'll be a quiet night.
Delia (to Mouse): That reminds me. What time are you all off for the other event tomorrow?
Mouse (to Delia): Our flight is at 3pm & it looks like Poppy is giving us the royal treatment... First class & a limo. Very exciting.
Delia (to Mouse): Ooo.. fancy! I'll endeavor to hold down the fort and make sure it doesn't burn down or anything. I'll also endeavor to make sure Satanica doesn't get too grabby and frighten off Leon.
Mouse (to Delia): Oh dear god, I hope she doesn't scare him off with her predatory ways... I mean, I'm sure he can handle it, but she's, well, she's kinda gross.
Leon (to Mouse): So, being 1/2 Saxon criminal and 1/2 Zulu prince is not going to save me from being scared off by ass grabbing?
Mouse (to Leon): I'd like to say it would, but nothing stops Satanica from fresh meat... except her brother, Sasha (the owner).
Delia (to Mouse): Maybe the douche brigade will come back and I can point her in their direction. Problem solved. Actually 2 problems solved!
Mouse (to Delia): They would deserve each other... (to Eep) How about you? Feeling any better or do I need to kill everything with fire? :-p
Eep (to Mouse): No, I'm pretty much ready to set these guys at the end of the bar on fire.
Mouse (to Eep): Oh, what are they doing?
Eep (to Mouse): Being drunk and annoying. The loud mouth in the baseball cap keeps glaring over at your brother. I don't think he realized he was a guy when he hit on him.
Mouse (to Eep): heehee, that happens from time to time. Did Delia break out the camera? The wall in the backroom is covered with those people. (to Delia) Did you get a photo of the guy in the baseball cap that just hit on Vincent for the 'Wall of Shame'? Please, tell me you did. (to Vincent) Still breaking hearts I see. :-)
Eep (to Mouse): Oh! That's what she was doing with the camera.
Delia (to Mouse): Of course I did! Did you think I'd miss an op like that?? You'd think they'd catch on what with the no boobs thing but no. They never learn. See! I'm a helper. This is why you guys keep me around.
Vincent (to Delia): Ur also totes adorbz. That doesn't hurt things. ;-}
Delia (to Vincent): Aww thanks dearest. Though I can't compare to you apparently. hehehe
Mouse (to Delia): Or the Adam's apple... oh, silly man.
Delia (to Mouse): He must just attract ass men. Only explanation I can think of.
Vincent (to Delia & Mouse): Well my ass IS pretty spectacular.
Delia (to Vincent): I'll take your word for it. I don't make a habit of staring at it.
Vincent (to Delia): U shld. It's pretty sweet.
Delia (to Vincent): And its also claimed territory. You may as well have a flag that says Poppy there lol
Vincent (to Delia): Oh now. We're not all that serious. My ass is still available for random makeouts.
Delia (to Vincent): ....I am NOT making out with your ass no matter how nice you ask.
Vincent (to Delia): Boo!! Ur no fun. ;-}
Delia (to Vincent): Why? Because I can think of better places to kiss then your ass? Besides, I had other uh.. things in mind. >.>
Vincent (to Delia): Oh MY. I like where this is going.
Delia (to Vincent): Heh. We'll talk about it at coffee when you get back from nye. Oh! That guys back, where'd I set the camera?
Vincent (to Delia): Ooo! Lemme bend ovr & root undr the bar 4 a while.
Delia (to Vincent): These are turning out GREAT! More for the wall of shame.Seriously I'm gonna have to slap a frame on it all and send it to a gallery one day. I'll call it "Shame.
Vincent (to Delia): I want a mention in the artist's statement. ;-}
Delia (to Vincent): Of course! You were the muse!
Vincent (to Delia): Oooo. I like that.
Mouse (to Eep): Is there a reason that Vincent is ignoring me?
Eep (to Mouse): Uh... I don't know. Want me to talk to him?
Mouse (to Eep): I'm not sure... I mean, it's nice to not be asked if I'm ok every interaction, but it's a bit weird that he's unresponsive.
Eep (to Mouse): Oh. Oh shit. I may have upset him with something I said earlier.
Mouse (to Eep): Do I want to know what you said to him? Actually, don't tell me... I think I would like to remain blissfully ignorant.
Eep (to Mouse): Yeah. I was kinda being a dick. No. I WAS being a dick.
Mouse (to Eep): Oh geez, what did you say to him?
Eep (to Mouse): Um, he was bugging me about last night and I was embarrassed and I kinda gave him a hard time about Asher.
Mouse (to Eep): Oh.
Vincent (to Mouse): Sorry, dear heart. Not trying 2 ignore U. Just distracted.
Mouse (to Vincent): oh ok. I was just worried that you were upset with me for some reason. I guess I'm feeling extra sensitive.
Vincent (to Mouse): Oh sweetie. I'm not. I'm just being distractable. It doesn't matter. All is well w/ us. Don't wrry.
Mouse (to Vincent): Was Eep really being a dick to you, earlier?
Vincent (to Mouse): He was. But I was trying 2 get him to talk 2 me about Y he was so upset last nite. It's no surprise.
Eep (to Vincent): Hey. Uh, did I upset you earlier? With what I said about the creep?
Vincent (to Eep): It's fine.
Eep (to Vincent): Are you sure? You're acting kinda weird.