I know deep down you believe in your artistic capabilities, but you do things like spend all your money prepaying your rent, because it gives you an excuse to not pursue your secret ambitions. I know you have one-night stands because you’re afraid of what falling in love will do to you. I should be petrified of hurting you, of being the one to prove you right, but I’m selfish, and I want you, Leland. Even if it’s just for a little while.”
