_{‘taking the risk of sounding like outkast, nothing lasts forever, man. but having the right people around for even a little bit is worth it to me. we all lose everyone in the end, but i don’t think we should trick ourselves into not trying to avoid the inevitable.’ he knew the harvelles would be by his side until the end and he was okay with that. losing people sucked, but it was all part of the experience.}

_{‘having no one is better.’ that way, he wouldn’t have to lose anyone nor did he have to deal with anyone. it might not have been the best way, but at the same time… it was far easier than having to deal with pesky emotions. emotions that he would have avoided if at all possible. ‘might not last forever, but having no one is easier.’}