PIECES OF ME - JULY 2020 61 .
He hands over some cash and Carlos rolls off .
STEPHANIE Smart cookie .
LENNY I ’ ll say . Not looking for any drama tonight .
MARY Have you experienced any negativity , Eli ?
ELI This is actually my second outing . First time was liberating , but also a painful reminder .
He shows off the welt on the back of his head .
STEPHANIE There will always be bullies . Just surround yourself with like-minded people .
CARLOS ( O . S .) Alright ! Who ’ s thirsty ?
Carlos rolls up with a tray on his lap . Everyone takes their drinks .
LENNY Thanks man . How about a little toast ?
Everyone raises their glasses .
LENNY ( CONT ' D ) Welcome to the club , Brass Ba-- Eli .
ELI Appreciate it . It ’ s nice to feel accepted .
They clink glasses and drink , as the BARTENDER arrives with a shot . She places it in front of Mary .
MARY Oh , I didn ’ t order--
BARTENDER It ’ s from the gentleman at the bar .