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Lachlan

Thank you. I appreciate that you do. It’s for Rose’s cheer team so don’t be a dick or I’ll tell her Uncle Everett made her miss.

Everett

She’d never believe you. I’m her favorite.

Killian

That’s a lie.

Lachlan

If it is true, it’s because he acts her age.

Killian

Sorry, guys, I won’t be there since I’m in Boston and can’t leave.

Everett

Slacker.

Killian

You’re in rare form.

Lachlan

Really? This seems like his only form—dickhead.

Killian

That’s true, he’s always a punkass.

Everett

You both really know how to insult others. I’m over here, saving a calf’s life and you’re just being mean ... tears ... please stop hurting my delicate feelings.

I laugh at that one. He doesn’t have feelings, let alone delicate ones.

Lachlan

Anyone know if that’s going to work for Miles?

Everett

I just passed him after he was running, he’s fine. Not like he’s good at Frisbee anyway. Missing him might actually be an improvement.

Lachlan

This is true.

I jump in, grateful this didn’t go even longer.

I fucking hate you all. Let’s be real for a second, the weakest link is definitely Everett.

Lachlan

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