[There's a lot she's saying there he can't deny. After all that, there really isn't left to argue in favor of being a 'freak'. Well. All except for one thing. He pulls off his sunglasses again, exposing those freaky eyes once more. This is a difficult question to ask. But really, it all comes down to this.]

I know you're right, Melanie. And I don't want to hide, even if it means scaring people. But be honest with me. Sure, having a fuzzy friend is pretty cool, but look at all of... this. [He gestures his hands inwardly at himself.] Some people think I like cool and that's not so bad. But how many people will ever thing of me as just another regular guy? What girl will ever look at me and not be grossed out at the thought of even kissing me?

[There was Amanda. One girl. She was special and unique and sometimes creepy. What were the chances he'd ever find that again.]