He doesn't really return the smile. "I just don't really know if I want to be here or if I don't really want to be anywhere, if that makes sense. Like I'm just running away looking for something that fits better. But I can always come back, right?"

He runs a hand over his hair. "I'd miss you too. And the time zone differences would mean I'd have to call you before lunch if I ever wanted to talk to you."