"A bartender, huh. You should check out the Golden Koi - Jackie does some of his own bartending but he'd probably appreciate the help. I don't think he's found a permanent replacement since Desmond left," Pepper tells him.

She looks down at her tea. This is a sensitive subject to broach, and she's not entirely certain how, but Zelos has given her something of an opening. "I realize we haven't known each other for very long but I hope-- I hope you know you don't have to do that with me. Pretend you're just a flirt and nothing else." Pretend that you're okay.