Sure, yeah. I can imagine. Not like knowing them would necessarily help, though-- I mean, I know both of my parents and that still doesn't make it any easier to have fun when we're all stuck at home together. Whereas now, I can have whatever kind of fun I want.
[ Perspective, or something. He sips his energy drink contemplatively. ]
I'm not saying it was bad. Just that this is better.
[ Which is probably the most diplomatic way he can put it. Reggie doesn't hate his parents, but like many teenagers (especially those who come from Riverdale), he can have a complicated relationship with them.
He shrugs. Why people don't just register for the benefits and simplified lifestyle continues to be beyond Reggie's understanding, but he knows better than to argue with people about it. ]
Well, I'd offer my extra room if you want, but I'm not really sure I'm up for dealing with the hassle of having a girl roommate. Though I guess I might reconsider.
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[ Perspective, or something. He sips his energy drink contemplatively. ]
Why don't you just move out?
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I never registered. So, they aren't gonna kick me out or anything, but I don't think the government's itching to help me get a new place.
[Something about what Reggie said really gets under her skin]
But come on. Living with your folks couldn't have been that bad.
[Not all of us have parents to hate, Reggie]
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[ Which is probably the most diplomatic way he can put it. Reggie doesn't hate his parents, but like many teenagers (especially those who come from Riverdale), he can have a complicated relationship with them.
He shrugs. Why people don't just register for the benefits and simplified lifestyle continues to be beyond Reggie's understanding, but he knows better than to argue with people about it. ]
Well, I'd offer my extra room if you want, but I'm not really sure I'm up for dealing with the hassle of having a girl roommate. Though I guess I might reconsider.