Finally got time to read this. Very well written dude.

Though you know Josh is going to kick yer ass when he regains his senses, right?

One: I've been worse.
Two: I basically addressed him as I would if I was talking to the Master Chief himself (a la halo, obviously). The usage is an honorific.
Three: If he can't even take a compliment, then I'll run him down with the goddamn Warthog!
Oh, and BTW, Four: Thanks for faving!