I think they have to be. It's the only way it makes any sense.

[ He goes and settles at the table, leaning back on it with his bound hands resting on top of it. ]

I— I'm not sure yet. I haven't been unhappy at all, especially the last few weeks. [ He hums. ] I guess something positive making things 'grow' makes sense in a way, doesn't it?

[ He looks a little shy all of a sudden, voice hoarser as he speaks in a soft tone. ]

Maybe I just... got lost in thoughts of you for a while. Especially in my sleep.