This is such a long shot. A fool's hope. [ But I'm a fool. I've been one for years. But if it comes down to doing something and not doing something, I know which one I have to choose, even if I think it's shit. ]

I th- No, I shouldn't just jump in headfirst, or you'll really think I'm some nutjob who just banged on your door for no reason. I promise there's a reason.

[ Alan scrubs his face with the heel of his hand. He does feel like hell, now that some of the adrenaline that's been fueling him has begun to fade.

But she closes the door, and he stands back and waits for a moment, wondering if that's it. That's his answer. But then the door opens again and she lets him in. ]

Uh. Thanks. I half expected you to shut the door and just walk away. I wouldn't blame you for it.

[ His eyes scan around the room, but nothing except the notes on the wall is really all that notable. His gaze lingers there for a moment before turning back to Jesse. ]

Yeah- if it's okay, could I borrow your bathroom? And uh... well, coffee would be great. But you don't have to, I didn't come here expecting anything.

[ This isn't her playing host to a visitor. He barged in uninvited. ]