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Before he can reply with a question of his own, the newcomer reaches the bar, and orders a pair of drinks. A Long Island and a Bloody Mary, to be precise. This unfortunately distracts the barman from further conversation, at least while he prepares the cocktails.
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So, Big Rig would wait and become a friend to Daniel, "How long have you been working here Daniel," asked Big Rig when Daniel turned back from helping his customer.
"This unfortunately distracts the barman from further conversation..."

This, sir, is lovingly called a clue bat.