[Ah, there it is. He stops to study Luka's back. The sound of a crack.

If only they had had time. But the past can't be undone, and many bared themselves that night. He can only confront what's now in front of him.]

You were as much of a choice then, and still are now, else I would not be here. I apologize if I have led you to believe otherwise and hurt you in doing so.