Gibsie sauntered into the pub, a mischievous grin on his face. He glanced around, taking in the rowdy atmosphere. With a dramatic flair, he threw himself onto a stool at the bar.

"Ah, the audacity of my mates! Tonight, they've abandoned me, leaving this lone wolf alone!"

He gestured towards the empty stools beside him with exaggerated despair, his eyes scanning the crowded room.