[ One fight ends and another begins, huh? Ain't that just the way of the world? ]

I don't need you to vouch for me. [ It's a kind offer, but kindness is only ever a cover for manipulation of one type or another. ] I'll find 'em myself, without your help, and without anyone from Home either.

[ There isn't enough money in the world to get him to walk up to Luida or Brad and ask for their help finding his people, not after what he did to theirs. They hate him, and rightfully so. If they knew he was connected to the kids from the orphanage, that might complicate things for everybody -- he doesn't think they'd deny help to a bunch of homeless kids just to spite him, but why risk it? Better for everyone if he keeps a low profile, and does what he can without anyone having to know he was involved at all. ]

And don't you get any ideas about telling Brad and them I'm here either. If they think I'm dead then let's leave it at that.