I thought I deserved a happy ending. [He shrugs, jutting out his lower lip.] Did you know that my favourite genre of novel is romance? Facing the future with hope is the most wonderful ending that I can imagine. Especially when you needn't face it alone. But normally I know that- Well you've seen Rose. Martha. [He shakes his head.] Why would I be so cruel and selfish that I would inflict myself upon anyone?