[ Howl is pretty light, so it's not that much of a burden. He must be skinny under that flashy-looking coat. The other man's got more energy than Jean has dealt with in a while (given how grim things are back home), and it's something he's finding both pleasant and vexing. ]

I told you, I'm staying with my friend. Pay attention, you drunk peacock.

[ 'Peacock' because Howl's coat is so colourful and flashy. Don't question his insult game, he tries really hard. ]

It's about a half hour walk. Hopefully, we'll make it. [ Best case scenario, all the exercise and fresh air sobers them up. Worst case scenario, they end up sleeping on the street. ]