Hikaru's getting a kiss on that shoulder for that, before Josh turns back to Espie to say: "It was an eventful year."

Met in March, solidified a friendship sometime in April and May, threw a shoe at his wall in July and the rest is history. "And don't worry, sweetheart, there's a list."

He's killing his cigarette and lighting up a second one at that.

"Not sure how much Jill told you, but you'll have to take classes at Balamb to get you up to snuff." The look he sends her way is encouraging. "It's challenging, but worth it."