[ He's heard that plenty of times before, and what did it change? Which is why, although he's shaken and somewhat lost, it's not like he's ready to believe you that easily, not just yet. There is a little part part of him that does, but it's effectively overwhelmed by this stinging feeling of disappointment.

His voice sounds defensive, but not overly so; it's as if he's already used up his anger for the moment. ]

And how does it matter? What I want is long gone. I... don't expect you to understand, so stop assuming you know everything about me.

[ Ending on a slightly shaky note, he looks like he's about to break into tears for a second, but he manages to fight it off, somehow. As if he'd give you that satisfaction, Oz! ]

This is pointless.