[ That's what loving someone does. It made them insatiable. ]

I'll take care of myself. I've already got a new therapist.

[ Booker ran his clean hand through Nicky's hair as they kissed, hoping to reassure them. University would be stressful as hell so it was doubly important he didn't stop taking care of himself. ]

I haven't gotten them yet because I want to make sure I can handle all this first.

[ It would be a hell of a lot easier if Nicky and Joe were with him all the time which made it important that he manage on his own.

Once he knew he could handle it then he could consider comforts like blackout curtains and more blankets for his bead. ]