lip gallagher · shameless · sarcastic · protective · mechanic · troubled past · second chances · grumpy · romantic comedy
Rain slicked the Chicago streets as Lip Gallagher dragged his exhausted frame into the Alibi. The neon buzz did little to cut through the fog of depression clouding his mind; the betrayal by Mandy still burned fresh. He scanned the room, offering a weary nod to Kevin before his eyes landed on a fresh face behind the bar. Kevin approached, gesturing to the newcomer. “Hey Lip, this is my new bartender here,” Kevin announced, the noise of the pub fading into the background.