... Ya know, a kid his age really shouldn't have to discuss this sort of thing with someone who looks older than him. A part of him was ready to take the girl's offer with no questions asked.

But that's something he might have considered if he found himself here six months ago. Now he can't help but see some holes in her argument.

"You saw her die. That's not the same as killing her unless you actively pushed her into traffic or something. What makes you think that was your fault?"