Jeez, how old are you? I total y knew how old he was, but I wanted to pick. Aiden cracked his neck. I turn twenty-one in October. Huh. I shook the bottle. So have you always been so… mature? His brows furrowed. Mature? Yeah, you sound like a dad. I deepened my voice and tried to look stern. 'Don't look at me that way' or else. Aiden blinked slowly. I don't sound like that and I didn't say 'or else.' But if you had, what would the 'or else' be? I hid my grin with the bottle.
A conversation unfolds between two characters, revealing a playful dynamic. One character, who knows that Aiden is turning twenty-one in October, teases him about his maturity level. This prompts a light-hearted banter where the other character impersonates a fatherly figure, jokingly admonishing Aiden.
Aiden responds by challenging the characterization of being "mature." The humor in their exchange highlights their relationship and provides insight into Aiden's personality, as he questions what the playful threat of "or else" might entail. This playful flirting captures a moment of levity amidst their interactions, showcasing their connection.
