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Taibhse:

That's oddly specific.

Me:

Are you avoiding the question?

His response comes immediately this time.

Taibhse:

Yes.

I stare. Then another message appears.

Taibhse:

Wait.

Three dots.

Taibhse:

No.

I laugh so hard coffee nearly comes out my nose. For several seconds I can barely type.

Me:

You are unbelievable.

The response takes longer. Long enough that I imagine him actually thinking about it.

Taibhse:

I've been called worse. But the answer to your question is yes.

Me:

Good.

Taibhse:

Good?

Me:

It would've been awkward if I'd accidentally made friends with somebody's grandparent.

Three dots appear. Disappear. Then come back.

Taibhse:

That possibility still exists.

I frown at the screen.

Me: