"Are you sure you want to go?"
"Of course. I miss him, Matt."
"I know you do. You tell me every day."
"Sorry, I've never been away from Ponyboy this long. I hope he's okay."
"Go home, then."
"Can't make it, not with only ten days."
"Tell you what? We're getting a long break soon. I'll pay for everything." So he did know about my financial struggles.
"Matt... Thanks so much, but you know you don't have to."
"I want you home. And this time, I'll make sure you get there."