Conversation on a High

We were having a fascinating conversation on the VPNs and related technologies over dinner in an inadequately lit restaurant. The discussion was taking a twist, when I noticed this stranger in front of me (sharing our table) taking an interest in our conversation.

“Very strange”, this person doesn’t seem to be very educated or even knowledgeable enough to understand our conversation. Yet I found him listening to us even more keenly every passing minute.

There was a small break in our discussion, when he suddenly speaks out.

“You seem to be very interesting”, he said
“Ehh…” I said
“I couldn’t help over hear your conversation. You guys seem very intelligent”
“Ehh.. ha ha ha ha.. is it?” I am bewildered.

Then starts the long monologue.
“Ya, I am in education back ground. I teach in the local polytechnic college. I love education. I see most of the students (students???) talking useless thing, but you guys…. Although I didn’t understand a single word you said but somehow I couldn’t help hearing your animated conversation”

“Me animated??? Ehh...” All the while I am having this stupid smile. “Why is this guy so interested?”
I am thinking of all the possible reasons for this conversation.

“You know I am almost twice as old as you, and have been in education field for over 25 years. But I found your conversation very interesting. You guys are very intelligent. It is privileged to meet you guys”

“Privileged!!! ohh wow!!, Man, I must be good”….. now my smile is more confident and glowing.

“You made my day; it was great listening to your conversation. Although I am twice as old as you; but very interesting people.”

“Thank You”, the Smile is broader now. And more glowing. Chest proudly inflated.

Suddenly he turns towards me and starts going into my character analysis; “You are a very aggressive guy. You have your word wherever you go... you….” And on he goes.

“What the…”

“… you guys are very intelligent….. I hope I am not disturbing you”. Still with that stupid smile “No”. My friend just nods and looks away disinterested.

“Your friend sheeesmmss tooo be dishturbed…. I veru shoorrry”.

I suddenly notice the slur. Is he drunk??? There goes my smile and glowing compliments.

But nothing like an unexpected conversation to get you refreshed