"This seems like a good time for it to be 'has to'..." he frowns, is head tipping over further against his hand as he stares out at the waves. He's suddenly a little more deflated on the matter. "I know someone like that... but I really think it's better if people are honest and up front about stuff."

He stares blankly again for a long, quiet moment. "I mean, most of the time."