Late to the party

Oh, sorry, did I get it wrong? Yesterday? Oh. Oh dear. But it was red balloons, wasn’t it? Oh, round. I see. Sorry. There’s been a bit of a misunderstanding. No, no, my fault.

But I have brought a bottle!

Ah, yes, of course, nobody wants anything to drink today. I understand.

Or ever again. Yes, yes, I’m very sorry.

D’you think Joe would at least like the balloons? You know, to hang on the wall? Or something? No? Oh dear, well... I think it’s probably best if I just take myself home. Say hello to Joe for me, would you? Tell him I’m sorry and, um, thank him for inviting me. I’ll remember for next year. What? Not next year? Next… Decade... Ah… Oh dear, I’m terribly sorry.