I met Oliver in group therapy, where he couldn't cope with living. I sat as he talked bout his fears. I realized early that he thought he was losing you, and he wanted you to not feel pressured by him, suffocated by him. I'm here on account of that, so you'd feel like you didn't take care of him more. I know you're real fussed with him. I know he can be cruel, and I know he can be real selfish. But I reckon he's always been like that, and he don't comprehend why it ain't okay anymore.
I don't know why Damian said yes, but you're real free to ask him. He might tell you. He's honest as summer days.
I told Oliver I'd help him, even if we were only friends, and I intend to do that. I know what he is, but I reckon I see something kindred in him.