Re: connie/newt
It's a bit of a minefield, isn't it? But, I rather think she must feel terribly alone, save for Daniel, and she'd appreciate having a friend. After all, if anyone was going to be upset, it might be you, for what she did to Patrick.
Yes, I know. He opens up with some prodding, yes. He's quite preoccupied with appearing a certain way, your brother.