No, I do need to come, Mary. It's not a problem, really. And besides you are only sixteen. I know you can take care of yourself but... [ He sighs trying to get his thoughts and emotions in order. Regardless of her age she's his little sister and he wants to be there for her and protect her. At the same time he's twenty years older than her and she doesn't know him as he is now. ] Look, I'm almost there and we can talk then. If you don't feel comfortable coming back to the apartment with me we'll figure something else out.
[ Steve laughs. ] I agree with you there. So far I've not talked to anyone who can give me a better explanation. I've only been here a couple of weeks myself though.
Hey! I'm not really. And you don't. [ There maybe a small pout in his voice. ] It's just the lighting playing tricks with your eyes!