I haven't. [ And, back still to him, he finally starts to pour that tea, all too watchful of the water's condition and color. Someone is a purist. ]

I'll inevitably see people and deal with them as the days pass here. Even if I wanted to avoid that, it'd be impossible for me. I'm still not desperate for any to be my friends.

Even if he isn't here, I can feel him. I know that he's healthy and well right now, and he knows the same about me.