Ella w/ Max & Warren
Honestly, that was kind of what he was afraid of. He really wasn't excited at the idea of getting to meet new people. New people came with complications and questions, and he was quite alright by himself, thank you very much.
He had been for most of his life, after all. He was used to being a pariah. It was comfortable and easy to handle.
"Yeah, sure," he said. "I hope you like soap," he said, indicating the package he brought. "I mean, if you don't, take it back and get something else you like."
After all, she seemed nice enough. He wanted her to have something she liked. That's what was supposed to happen on birthdays, right?