[Alan is pausing every so often to see a child to their abode making certain they cross into the house before picking up on his walk as they left off.]

Your definition of what is right and the truth are different. People must pass, life must end. I've never made any exceptions to that rule for anyone. You weren't meant to be taken from the world yet and yes you're correct. Even if he would already be in trouble for the souls he wrongfully took before you.

[A frown settles on Alan's features. Eric had lied to him more than once. Had broken rules and promises. Even if saving Alan was his intention; Alan couldn't let that go. He'd been lied to and betrayed as much as he... cared for Eric.]

It's a complicated matter but I wouldn't let a child die so I could live. Not even one that doesn't think he's a child.