[ It often feels like the reasons for his observations are obvious, but when Dream asks, Hob second guesses himself. What felt like a logical assumption always feels shaky by the end of their conversation. ]

You haven't taken an interest in anyone since then, so she must have been quite exceptional. It's alright. [ There's nothing wrong with carrying a torch, if that's what it is. ] I still care for.. well, the ones that are gone.