( he sure is chipper, isn't he? well. it's fine. it's not like she hasn't lived with that sort of energy for the last few years.

she's already put in a modest order of appetizers to pick at, popping one of the edamame in her mouth thoughtfully when he slides into the seat next to her. )

Didn't really have anything better to do.

( not until she figures out a second job, anyway. )

Was feeling cooped up anyway, and I wanted more time to figure out what other options we got for picking up other jobs around here.