Carl Npcs Are Becoming Smart Novels & Stories

“Not bad. Did I tell you about the mountain goats incident?” The wind picks up, and I take advantage of the sudden rise in noise to sneak back inside. My thoughts bubble. Is it unhinged and self-centered to assume that Saul was talking about me and Zane? I’m debating the matter, but a gaggle intercepts me, and I end up having a really nice conversation about cross-species exchange-traded funds with Carl, a lovely hipsterish guy who clearly regrets making my acquaintance the second I step away for a glass of water.