IV / video;

[heckblazer]

[ It's probably not a video he records or posts deliberately, considering his lack of technological competence. But there he is, slouched alone on a pub patio, moping behind a cloud of cigarette smoke. He's well into a bottle of...good Lord, flavoured vodka? Birthday cake, no less?

Well. It's not like lushes can be picky. ]

Huh. Didn't think I'd make it to see another one of these days.

[ He adds his cigarette butt to the mountain on the ashtray in front of him, and lights another, muttering softly between his teeth, ]

Happy fuckin birthday to ya, Johnny.
Useless twit.

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[lightinside]

[ She's concerned, okay? ]

Mind if I ask why?

[heckblazer]

[ Can she just... stop trying to undermine his personal belief that he doesn't deserve concern or attention? Self-esteem is such a hassle. ]

Not much cause to celebrate, is all.

[lightinside]

Then I'm sorry to hear that.

[Laurel replies softly. Her intention was not meant to cause harm.]

I'll leave you alone if you want me to.

[heckblazer]

[ ...goddamnit, guilt trips too? Was there anything these showoff types weren't good at? ]

Well. No sense apologizing for things're not your fault. I guess.