"He isn't here," Kevin admits quietly, after a long pause. No matter what Gilbert is noticing about Kevin's mental state at present, that probably explains most of it. "He vanished, just over a week ago. He's...living through the Tragedy now, probably."

They should keep going. It's cold out. Instead, Kevin stands with his head bowed, letting his hair hide his face for the most part. The wind plucks at them, quietly.