It's better to have them here, for how ever short or long, isn't it?

[ He's not sure who he's asking. But he kicks back in his seat. He stares at his hands for a moment. ]

I know how that is. It seems like everything here is complicated. [ He lifts his head ] You don't have to tell me, but no one else is awake and it's not like I have anything to do right now.