She said that you--" <br />"I don't care what she said." I stand up. "Everyone lies." <br />"Hey," he says softly. "It's just a code." <br />"No. Everyone lies." I stub the cigarette out. <br />"It's just another language you have to learn." Then he delicately adds, "I think you need some coffee, dude." Pause. "Why are you so angry?