Tidus smiled, but it didn't stretch his face like usual. This was a more wistful expression.

"I can tell you're a pretty responsible guy. And...I guess I just want to be the guy I wish I'd had when I was younger. My parents left when I was a few years younger than you."

He glanced up at the sky, sorting through memories. "One of my old man's friends came along to make sure I stayed alive, but he was no fun at all. Pretty sure he hasn't smiled in at least fifty years. I just...know what it's like, I guess."

He offered his hand then, with an awkward chuckle. "Oh, and my name's Tidus by the way. Could've mentioned that."