Steak

"So how's the car anyway?"

Tal quirks an eyebrow as he takes a sip of his cold beer. "It's been a week and you ask now?"

Eli grins as he sits back in the couch at the apartment. "Asking the day it's fixed means nothing - asking a week later will gain a true answer as to whether or not it was really fixed."

Tal smirks and remains standing behind the couch, keeping an eye on the football game while stretching his legs. He'd been on his knees at work for too many hours today - standing felt better than sitting. He thumps the back of Eli's head. "You actually have to ask about your sister's work?"

"Why not?" Eli shrugs. "I like hearing about yet another happy customer."

Tal laughs. "Confident. I like it. My car's great. Purrs like a kitten."

"Maybe you found a new auto shop?"

"Maybe."

"Was it the prices or the customer service you liked most?"

Tal grins and is glad Eli's back is to him. "I can definitely say.... yes."

"Yes to what?"

"Your pick."

Eli swings a look back up over his shoulder to find Tal's eyes twinkling. "Uh-huh."

Tal takes another sip of beer, not giving in to the teasing. He does look at his watch though. "I probably shouldn't stick around too long if you've got plans for supper."

Eli shrugs. "Not much planned. Scarlet's out of town, but Ryan will be home soon. I'm thinking steak. Wanna stay?"

"Um..." Tal isn't sure if he should say yes or not. "Maybe."