Hmm. We come so far from the rotting gulch that was Ostoya and you refuse to indulge in ways you could not before? I believe I taught you to never let an opportunity pass, yes?

I would not ask that you do as I do - you are your own. But if your heart remains so fiercely shut, you will one day forget the means to open it, and you cannot ask those around you to whittle away at your defenses.

Wander away if you wish, but know that if you seek happiness in the company of others, and I know quite well you do, you ought pursue it without grousing.