It may not be as dramatic as Tonic's story, but he listens carefully all the same. He gazes down at his mug as if thinking very deeply about the steam rising from its contents.

"Interesting."

His feelings on the matter are complicated, but strangely positive. Terrible things happen to people and families all the time. He's glad that Nick is now with people who will allow him to pursue whatever happiness he wants.

"May I ask you a personal question?"