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[goodnightjulia]

I'm not a fan of the most popular theories on why we're here, but most of the time I have zero interest in coming up with one of my own. As far as I'm concerned, the most important thing is that I survive do the best I can with what I have.

I have some free time tonight. Anyone for pool? My opponents keep disappearing.

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[notapreacher]

I don't know. I'm not half bad at pool. Does that mean I'm not half good at it either?

[goodnightjulia]

You're more of a challenge than you let on.

Are you volunteering yourself?

[notapreacher]

Twist my arm.

Only... not so hard, I'm gentler than I look.

[goodnightjulia]

Oh?

I don't believe it.

[notapreacher]

Couldn't fool you, could I.

Eight-ball? You can call stripes or solids: I won't be picky.

[goodnightjulia]

With an offer like that, how could I refuse?

[notapreacher]

What are we playing for?

I have something pretty precious I'm willing to put up... but just for you.

[goodnightjulia]

You've piqued my interest. What is it?

1/2

[notapreacher]

[notapreacher]

...a song.

[goodnightjulia]

An original?

In the style of an old torch song?

Praising my pool skills?

[notapreacher]

Only if I actually lose the game.

But if I do, you get to dictate exactly which of your skills the song praises.

[goodnightjulia]

It's a deal then.

I hope you're not expecting a song if you win.

[notapreacher]

No. When I win, I'll be expecting unending admiration.

And a cup of coffee.

After a very nice dinner.

And a movie.

With popcorn.

[goodnightjulia]

A list of demands? Are you going to play pool or hold someone hostage?

I think I could arrange all that.

If you win.

[notapreacher]

No, my hostage-holding days are over.

But if I'm going to play, I might as well make it worth my while, right?