[ Well, he can't say he doesn't understand that feeling. Sometimes the loss of all he's known can be hard to bear - not having any lifeline back. The world is moving, but he doesn't know where to turn.

Some part of him bristles at the dependency, but it's better - much better - than being alone. ]

I wouldn't know, but I'm sure they wouldn't stop you for wanting to experience more of New York. It's supposed to be a tourist trap kind of place. Or so I've heard. [ This is someone who's never been or really heard of New York, talking about New York. ]

Pleased to make your acquaintance. My name is Magicman.

I've been here a few months. It seems longer, I suppose, with all that's gone on.