In his defense, he was desperate.

[ "you'll have to do." not exactly winning words for his self-esteem. and for a long time, it had really bothered him. not being chosen, not being good enough. constantly compared to the legends of the past.

now, with more experience by his side, he's learned not to care so much. or least, know what his priorities are. ]

And it was rough. I didn't even get an instruction manual or a mentor. Just had to . . . figure out for myself.