“Did you meet someone, Will?” “Sort of.” “And you’re scared?” “A little. I’ve generally tried to not need anyone since I was a kid and realized that needing people usually ends in something painful.” There’s a taut silence. “Hey, Will?” “Hmm?” “I don’t think I’ve ever really said thank you before. For everything you were to me and did for me growing up.” I sit silent, unable to form any words. Ethan continues, “I’m not sure I ever realized the differences in our childhood quite as much as just now when you said that. Because I don’t have the same reaction toward needing people as you
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