I didn’t complain.
Right then.

I hope your books are as good company.
You didn’t ask if I have plans, which I do.
That is a bit inconsiderate of you, don’t you think?
You complained that I disappeared and don’t spend enough time with you.

That doesn’t make sense, does it, dear?
….
Hamish, honestly? I need to do work…
You work all the time, besides, I have dinner reservations for seven, so come on.

…
I can’t just drop everything that I’m doing for you. I do have a life outside of you.

Yes, but I’m fantastic.
Hamish, I just came to check up on you. I haven’t heard from you in nearly a month, and I was worried.

I go on trips, dad, I’m not dead. In fact, I’m dating. Alice.
… Did you not hear me?

I did, I just ignored you.
Hey, has everything been alright recently?

It’s been peachy. Why are you here?
Inventory. I need to focus. Just don’t distract me.

So, guess what happened at work today?
I said. I. Am. Busy.

What are you doing then? I’m not leaving, regardless.
…
I’m busy.
Well, in that case…

I still don’t care. Hi.