[Akechi pulls back, but Will does not, leaving his hand outstretched and his gaze level. truthfully, it matters not if Akechi takes it. whether he does or not. . . Will's mind is made up]

. . . the world is cruel and unkind. It's unfair to those who deserve it the least.

[and. . . boy, does Will know this firsthand. but the difference is. . . he did have someone there to reach for him when he needed it the most. without that. . . gosh. where would he be right now? in a similar boat to Akechi?]

[he will not deny Akechi the lifesaving kindness that he was afforded]

But you aren't alone. You may think you are-- you may prefer to believe that you are-- but one day. . .

I hope you can look up from your pain and see that there are those more than willing to stand with you.