<I know! I know... it's just that... we've all had enough we've gone through. We don't need to put each other through it. I know - it's not like I'm trying to say you can't take it. You can. Of all people, you absolutely can. ... You just shouldn't have to.>

[He shuffles closer to her and leans against her. He's... he's here, as much as he can be.]

<... And Taylor's always been my problem to deal with. And I got you and everyone else involved with her plan and...>

[He shifts from side to side.]

<And my uncle is... was... just kind of... an awful person. I... hm. How to put it. ... I didn't need D.A.R.E. to keep me away from alcohol.>