"That's when you hire a contractor. Like you had the foresight to do for the ID and background fiddling. You were, like, halfway there which is more than most kids your age. Kudos to you." Not even sarcastic, that, though the slow clap might be. Just a touch.

"Kinda lucky you're with someone that can either give you the hook up or-"

Does he want to get involved that badly. Does he? He might.

"You know. Do it myself."