I'll believe you'll do just fine. [He has never disliked anything Susato made when they were together.]

He's managing, because it hasn't fully consumed him yet, just fluctuates. [Even if it improves, it feels like it gets worse the next time it spikes.]

I think...he sees something of himself in me, trying to keep me from going down the same way as him. But I want him to know, that it's not too late for him as well. Having this pub, letting him meet and work with new people...I would hope it's enough for him to see a different perspective. [A soft laugh escapes him.]

Ironic of me to tell you this, when I should take my own advice.