[ …Huh. Had they talked, he wonders? But he doesn’t ask, since he’ll stick to his word regardless. Besides— ]

Well, yeah, kinda figured. Honestly, you definitely have some good luck overall, because you really have got the “live fast, die young” mindset, but look at you. [ He gives him a pat on the shoulder with a laugh ] Making it to however old you are.

[ Another pat, and he pulls the cigarette away from his lips as he relaxes and looks up at the ceiling. ]

You think you’re ready for it?