"You know what I think? I think the universe is a dick. It's a fuckin' beautiful place and it's nasty as fuck, and it's probably fragile and tougher than we think at the same time.

"I'd prefer the fabric of time not be undone. 'Cause yeah, that'd be scary shit. But I'd prefer the idea that something could be done about our situations than the helpless shit we're usually saddled with. And you know what? This might be one of our only chances to do something about it."

Helplessness is one of the worst feelings, as is loneliness. If he has even the slightest chance to spit in the face of circumstances, fight his way back, he wants to take it.