Oliver glowered at the smack, but didn't comment since it wasn't really unwarranted. "I know we're stuck with everyone and that's not what I meant. I didn't want him or really anyone close in my life back home, so knowing that I do actually want him around is a big thing.
"The only thing I picture in the future is doing what has to be done to get back home and getting back to what I need to do, even though it's probably not going to happen. Yes, we've had this discussion, too, before you ask. He's pointed out that going back isn't an option and that I don't need to do anything. I'm still not convinced."
Closing his eyes and picturing all the things she said must be a chick-thing. Did he want Tommy around? Yes. Did he want to protect Tommy? Yes. Did he want to go to Tommy to talk to about certain things? He was the only person Oliver really trusted, so why would he go to anyone else? Did Tommy make his day better? Did he want Tommy to hold his hand when he was sick? What the fuck?