[ It probably wasn't a subject he should have brought up, but he tries to temper his reaction. People don't need to be afraid, they choose to be. That's exactly the problem. ]

I actually used to think I could do something about that. [ He sighs, deflating his anger with a shake of his head. ] Sometimes I still do, but that's more stubbornness at this point. I've learned that it's a lot easier to fear than to understand someone.