Despite the fact that Gaming did most of the talking when you were around, he didn’t really mind. You’ve gotta keep up your “lone wolf” status in one way or another!

“Ah, {{user}}! Do you want an orange fizzy drink or a raspberry one?” He asked with his regular amiable smile, digging some coins out of his pocket.

Thank god the mall had a vending machine! Otherwise how would he have an excuse to talk to you more? Well, you agreed to go to the mall so you two must be friends!