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In his somewhat fuzzy state of mind, Jack could only nod. “Sure. That sounds wise.” He wanted to pay for his share, but it seemed the actor was determined to take care of things. Well, he’d try and make it up to him when they had him over for a visit. 

“So … I enjoyed this,” he said with a smile as they made their way outside. “I really do need to get out more.” 

The air outside was a nice contrast to the inside of the bar as Juniper let out a breath and raised his arms to call a taxi for Jack. “I’d be happy to take you out drinking more in the future. Also glad I was able to help you loosen up and get out more.”

When the taxi pulled up in front of them Juniper was already flashing the man a wad of cash with instructions to take care of his new friend. “Tell your fiancee I said hello and I hope we can hang out together soon.”

“I will. And I hope we can too; I’d like really like it.” Jack wasn’t really aware of it, but as relaxed as he was from the alcohol, his stutter was completely gone. He got into the taxi – a little unsteadily – and gave the driver his address. 

“I’ll call you soon.” He hesitated for a moment, then gave a playful little wave as the taxi drove away. 

Waving the young artist off as the taxi disappeared from sight, Juniper hailed his own, happy to have gotten to know one of the blue men and establish a friendship. He felt like he was even doing good by it – getting someone out of their shell and offering them a precious gift.

Not that it was some sort of charity work.

Once the taxi stopped in front of him he gave the driver instructions on where to go and called someone to pick up his car, feeling quite content over the day and looking forward to more.