Sighing into the chair, Dylan looked around the study, suddenly feeling lonely. He had bid Diane and Ralph goodbye in the early morning hours. A small smile played on his lips when he remembered how close he and Diane had become.

　　Being close to one's family and making jokes with them feels like something he would love to indulge in more. Memories of himself and Diane being entertained by their mother returned to him. She found joy in every little thing that came her way. ...