I didn't get up, not for years. Thinking about going back into the place scares me even though I know I don't have anything to fear. [She brushes her bangs aside.] But, you're right. I know a couple of people like that. They make everyone around them stronger. It's kinda crazy...

[She glances up at him for a moment.]

Family, huh? Yeah, friends are like family. I don't have any real family of my own except Grandpa.

Maybe it's too much to say this, but... since I moved in with you guys back then, I think-- I think you're the closest to family I'll ever get.