And there he went, reminding him again of just how long it could be. Espio looked to the side, feeling very uncomfortable.

"I promised him that we would meet again, no matter what," he said, "but..."

Yes, there was a but. A but that he immediately stopped in its tracks with a shake of his head. But I don't want to look for him yet. I'm still not good enough. When I'm the best I can be, that's when I'll find him.

"Anyway, my company stinks."