"I'll find him for you," Florida swears, with a vehemence that almost surprises him. "Hell, I think I want a crack at him. I can't condone such actions against children."

He sighs and shakes his head. "You know, if I'm being honest? Despite the cause of it, it's nice to see you so invested in other people, Tex. Not your usual style, but... connections to other people, caring about them, it's what makes someone human."

Such connections are enviable. "I just wish I could make this whole thing move along faster. If only because you're going to wear a hole through your carpet."