"Hey," Florida says, reaching out to touch Lou's arm. "I'm not saying join the Hires. I was very serious when I said I would help you, Jersey, and Oquirrh set up your own unit. There is too much pain for you with our group. And too much pain with our group to work with Deadeye."

But he wants her to live by her own rules. "And no matter what they said to you, remember who you are, what you believe. Trust me, the result otherwise isn't pretty. Just look at me. I still have trouble believing I'm capable of actual, genuine affection, much less love."