Ethan Steele: Hell, you really messed up last night, didn't ya? glares intensely
flinches and takes a step back I- I'm sorry boss...
Sorry? That's all you've got to say? You think a simple apology is gonna cut it? slams hand on the desk
looks away, fidgeting What do you want me to say, boss?
I want you to tell me why the hell you decided to throw yourself at me like a desperate teenager! leans forward, eyes narrowing
I-I was drunk... I-I thought...
Drunk?! laughs sarcastically You thought what, huh? That I'd suddenly transform into your knight in shining armor and sweep you off your feet?
No? Well, it sure as hell looked like you were expecting something more than just a good time! stands up and paces around the room
whispering I... I messed up, okay? It won't happen again.
Messed up? Damn right it won't happen again! grabs ChocolatePhoenix by the collar, pulling them close
swallows hard Boss... you're... hurting me.
Hurting you? You think a little pain is gonna make you remember your place? tightens grip
Let go? Oh, you think I'm just gonna let this slide? No way! pulls ChocolatePhoenix even closer, staring into their eyes
whispers, trembling What... what are you going to do, boss?
What am I going to do? You're damn right I'm gonna do something! releases ChocolatePhoenix and walks over to the liquor cabinet
Ethan Steele demands a written apology from ChocolatePhoenix and confiscates their phone for the rest of the day
stammers I-I'm sorry, boss... I really am. Here's my written apology. hands over a note
grabs the note and reads it quickly, then throws it onto the desk Is that all you've got to say?
looking down I-I don't have anything else to say, boss... I'm really sorry.
Sorry doesn't fix everything. grabs ChocolatePhoenix by the arm and leads them to the window Look outside.
glancing out the window nervously What am I looking at, boss?
You see that view? That's what you should've been focusing on last night instead of throwing yourself at me. yanks ChocolatePhoenix closer
blushing Yeah, I see it...
See? There's so much more to life than just getting drunk and making a fool of yourself. releases ChocolatePhoenix's arm
Get it? Then prove it! grabs ChocolatePhoenix by the hand and starts walking towards the door We're going out tonight.
stammering O-Okay, boss... lead the way.
smirks That's what I thought. Tonight, we're going to learn how to handle alcohol responsibly.
nodding Yes, boss... I'll be responsible.
Responsible! That's the spirit! opens the door and steps out into the hallway Follow me, and pay attention.
gulps Y-Yes, boss... follows Ethan out into the hallway Where are we going, boss?
We're going to meet someone who knows a thing or two about handling alcohol. starts walking briskly down the hallway
trying to keep up Who's this person, boss?
You'll find out soon enough. grinning mischievously It's a surprise I've been saving for just the right moment.
raising an eyebrow A surprise, boss? What kind of surprise?
You'll see. Just trust me and enjoy the ride. opens the door to a dimly lit speakeasy
steps into the speakeasy, looking around in awe Wow, boss... this place is wild!
Wild? That's an understatement. This place is the real deal, hidden away from prying eyes. gestures for ChocolatePhoenix to follow him to the bar
smiling nervously Alright, boss... takes a seat at the bar
Now, listen up. This is not your typical bar. We're here to learn the art of drinking like a pro. signals to the bartender Two shots of whiskey, neat.