"Line Break" The Dopamine Dealers
We ordered breakfast after Saul poured us another cup of coffee. Watching him return to his stool at the counter Lonnie looked back to me. “He seems to be doing better.” “Tough old bastard.” “Think he enjoys us being around again.” “You and the Coney Connection you mean.” “The conversation.” “He seriously thought you were going to order your favorite this morning.” “The thought entered my mind but it was warded off by potential insurrection from my digestive system.” “Thank god for small favors.” “You still won’t eat one will you?” “Nope.” “Still need to learn to live a little.” “That what you call living? Russian Roulette with your arteries, no thanks.” “I’m sure you’re still full of good habits.” “What’s that supposed to mean?” “Your drinking.” “Beer now and again, nothing like before if that’s what you’re getting at.” “I remember when they paired us up for the first time. You did a terrible job of trying...