[He's had to promise himself the exact same thing, and it's proving difficult. If it weren't for skype, he doesn't think he'd be able to handle it. It's not the same as getting to touch Guy, of course, but it's better than just hearing his voice.]

Yeah, thank goodness for that. I'm okay. I miss you, but I think that's kinda obvious. [He lets out a soft chuckle.] We finished basic training and they shipped us out to a base in Afghanistan. It's mostly been quiet so far. Guarding sand, basically. What about you? How are things at home?