"There is an outlook we share, though I would worry about someone your age, with your life, having that outlook. Doesn't speak well for the future," he admitted, wincing a bit at the idea.

"I... Admit I never thought about it. Hadn't with Derek until I got so sick of burgers and pizza I threatened to choke them all with it." He said it lightly, with a laugh. Wasn't true, right?