Antonio checked the time again. "That jerk, he's late again."
He took a drink of his whiskey and waited for Kotetsu to show up. Antonio opened his texts and quickly tapped out a message. I may be an idiot, but I'm not stupid. I know you're avoiding me. Don't bother coming.
Kotetsu walked into the bar and sat on the empty stool by Antonio. He signalled for the bartender and sighed. "Honestly Bison, I'm not avoiding you.
"It seems like it," Antonio replied. "Ever since you and Barnaby started getting along… "Antonio took a drink, "Feels like you've replaced me."