[What a sad duo they make. Short lives, troubles they seemingly can't get past... One does need time above all else when it comes to healing, though. Time and support. At the very least...]

...I hope you'll have others to stand with you when you return, then.

[Even if he doesn't have time, even if he can't work through it all. It's something he knows is crucial, and something he's intentionally kept himself far away from. Setting down roots means it's even more painful when you have to cut them.]

This is what I've lived for - the only thing. I've kept it that way for my own good, and the good of those around me.