"Shhh," Kyle says, rubbing Tommy's back. He's used to backrubs and soothing words from his actual past.

"You're gonna be there for Billy. You'll be strong for him, because he needs you. But for the rest? Dude, you got me. I know I'm different, here, but man... You were my best friend. I won't forget that shit."

He hugs him a little tighter. "And I get it. I really get it. So you can talk to me."