Avery seemed surprised at her retaliation. Winter really wasn't putting up with any of this, not even Avery's sympathy. He frowned and sighed, waiting a moment before saying anything else.<br/><br/>"...But it's not good for you, or anyone for that matter, to be alone. I should know." Avery tried to persuade the child, but he knew his chances of doing so were small and practically impossible. And, while Avery at least had the comfort of his parents and the staff that were out and about around his home, he knew how harsh everything could seem with nobody to convey their thoughts or feelings to. He wanted to take this chance to make sure at least one person wouldn't share his fate, or one worse. He knew his chances were small, but he at least wanted to try.