Hunk suggests getting a bite to eat at their favorite diner so we can regroup and strategize. Seated around the beat up table, eating greasy burgers and fries, Keith realizes he's never had this before. Sure Shiro became a role model to him and they were friends, but it was still different. It was like Shiro became his big brother versus friend or equal. And he never made friends at school or even when he was at the Garrison. He did his own thing and no one ever tried to push down his walls. In fact, he's sure Hunk would like to see Shay and Lance always has family stuff but here they are, sitting around and helping him straighten out his life.

Suddenly he says, "Guys, thanks."

Both looked at him and Lance with an eyebrow arched says, "Go on."

Keith huffs out a laugh, shaking his head. "Shit, I dunno. I just never had anyone to depend on before, so thanks. It was different in space, like we had to trust each other. It was just us up there. But we're back on Earth now and you guys have family and friends…you don't need me."

Hunk interrupts here, "Hey buddy, I know we all grew up differently and you didn't have much family. But you got us now, whether you like it or not! So while I appreciate your thanks, it's not necessary. And I can't help but think you need to realize and really understand-you have us and you're not getting rid of us. So talk to us, fight with us, laugh with us just no more lone wolfing it!"

Lance dips his fry in Hunks milkshake and picks up, "Yeah, I'm just messing with you. If there's one thing you should know about family, you can't get rid of us no matter how much you try! Now let's plan out what you want to get across to James. You need a game plan…maybe Hunk and I should come with, you don't want to go and punch him or anything. That definitely won't win Pidge over!"

Hunk nods at the last part and I sigh.

"I know I can't hit him." I start to drag a fry through the ketchup, debating if I should ask the question that has been on my mind since all this started. "Ok, here it is, what's your take on how Pidge feels? Has she said anything? Because I love her and I want forever."

Lance and Hunk share a look and then Lance lets out a whoop! Both give their perspectives about the situation. Hunk strongly believes that Pidge is not in love with James. He was there and slid into Pidge's life. Lance agrees but counters with Pidge's hurt feelings being the most important issue. I nod, feeling the weight of my decisions.

Hunk orders dessert and after much debate Keith feels like he is ready for a conversation with Griffin. They start out heading to the Garrison when they run into Shiro who is told of their plan and instantly disagrees. They end up arguing about confronting Griffin and instead just focusing on Pidge. Keith is getting more and more aggravated and impulsively states, "I thought you were on my side!"

Shiro replies, "Always, but that doesn't mean that I agree with everything that you do! God knows I disagree a lot of the time."

Keith is annoyed Shiro isn't on his side on this. Lance is busy trying to convince Shiro that they have a good plan and Hunk was adding to the points. So when Keith's phone rings he happily answers. Everyone gets quiet hoping to eavesdrop on the conversation. After a few agreements he hangs up and turns to the group with a smile.

"Shiro looks like fate is on your side. My mom's car is out of gas and she needs me to come and get her from the Holts. I'm going to leave now and see if I can talk to Pidge. Wish me luck!"