Horizon of Darkness

- Aren't you supposed to be at work?

—You…? —Joe looked around in surprise, but didn't see anyone else in the boat. —So, we're just going to sit here and wait, letting the dampness ruin our lungs, and then how am I supposed to perform my duty? Besides, the management specifically authorized me to consume this for health and… to enhance my combat effectiveness! —he raised his index finger triumphantly. —And besides, we've already ruined your day off, so let us at least partially make up for it.