He’s glad she disagreed since he’s not actually concerned with making any happy new memories at all. He doesn’t need to when that is a task left for his sister, who will make them in his place. His eyes flutter shut as he slinks gracefully into the seat opposite her. When he looks up, it’s with a fond, pleased, happy smile.

“Normally, I’d keep busy with classes, work, or volunteering. This summer has left me with more free time than usual, though. I’m not really used to it.” One’s days turn endlessly boring once you’ve turned yourself into a living ghost. He never imagined he would one day have to deal with boredom. Such a common, human emotion. He tilts his head, interested. “What about you? Is there something special you enjoy while waiting for the Fall? Maybe you can give me some ideas.”