[ he sets the pad aside and turns to face sunshine. ]

I'm sorry that I put you through that. Having to choose between people that mean a lot to you is very difficult, impossible, even, but it means a lot... knowing that you wanted to protect us... [ even if he hadn't said anything during the game the sentiment is certainly appreciated now. ]

[ he draws his knees to his chest. ] Truthfully I don't want to see you or the rest of pep! hurt. You guys are like my family and even though not everybody shares the sentiment it's how I feel. There's no easy way to play these stupid games. Someone gets hurt no matter what. Anyway, I'm sorry, Sunshine, that I made things harder for you.