[He refrains from saying, "It might be better that way," since his own thoughts have been hovering around that idea for a while now, but he realizes that it can be inappropriate.

It's normal to want to have someone close, isn't it?]

I just wasn't paying attention so it's nothing to fuss over. I appreciate your kindness. Did you want to look around to see if we can find anyone you recognize?

[Oh wait.]

[He raises a hand a little nervously.]

Obviously, I'm also a stranger so you might be uncomfortable with that so I understand if you do not want to...