"Not the way you're thinking of, no."

There's a pang of sadness in his chest. Andrew looks so distraught just at the idea of meeting others. But that's not good. Max can't be the only person he ever socializes with. He may have to go slow, Max realizes, but they will get him out there.

"I have people I care about and who care about me. Friends, lovers, people who are both. That's what I'd like you to be able to have too. But not because I told you to. I want you to... have meaningful relationships for yourself."