I don't know, because I can't tell you what he'd be angry or sad about, besides being away from what sounds like someplace he was settled in at. [ Though it's obvious from his tone that he doesn't want to be compared... he can't help but feel a bit like Lyle for a brief moment. ] Maybe not exactly like our situation but it looks like he took that time to form bonds all the same. [ A pause. ] I can't remember if I told you or not, but you've probably noticed that Anew and I didn't know each other from home. We... couldn't have.
That didn't seem to stop him, so I'm guessing he made some progress of his own. That's as best I can guess. [ Shrugging his other shoulder. ] Never met the guy, after all.