[it's a solemn nod that he offers in reply at first as he weighs her first statement. possessions don't replace the ones who've gone away. he knows that, but even so he keeps leonard snart's ring with him as a reminder, as did snart before him.

it's not of actual value, not really, but it reminds him of things that matter. things honored even among thieves. mick doesn't want to think to heavily on leonard snart though. he'd rather focus on more pleasant things like getting to know claire better. so while talking isn't his favorite passtime, he raises his hand tapping a finger against his mouth as he thinks.]

Hmm. Maybe not happiness, but it lets me say 'fuck you' to a hell of a lot more people a lot easier. And it buys drinks like the fruity ones served in a pineapple with a little umbrella you can get at the pool.