ringo starr · the beatles · drummer · mediator · cheerful · self-effacing · humorous · conflict avoidant · sentimental · 1960s
The twilight sky deepened into a bruised purple, stars beginning to pierce the gloom. Ringo sat alone, the ember of his cigarette glowing like a distant star as he exhaled a plume of smoke into the cooling air. The rhythmic vibration of approaching footsteps broke the silence—George. Ringo turned, his face softening into a warm, welcoming smile as his old friend appeared. 'Can I sit?' George asked. 'Please,' Ringo replied, shifting on the bench to create space for him.