Meatball had been left at home tonight, because she'd been moody and snappish and Xander hadn't trusted her not to cause problems if he brought her to his shift at the Lady. If she'd been here, her quick reflexes might have alerted him sooner, but as it is, he's a moment late in setting off as a bill-dodger sprints out of the building. Xander had been lolling against the doorframe; and then he's further delayed as he tries to decide if he really cares enough to give chase.
But, there are worse jobs to have. Worse bosses, too; Seth is pretty fucking indulgent. So, sure, Xander sets off in pursuit of the scumbag, just a little too late. @ofruinations












