"A cave is better. We can use the moss and leaves to make something that passes for bedding and it won't get wet in the event of rain or snow. I think this moon has an autumn cycle and we're in it," Ren says. It's mundane but he has to focus on the task for a moment to regain control, to regain balance.

He starts up the hill, his strides long and loping, and he intentionally shortens them so he doesn't leave Rey behind. He's quiet for a long while before speaking again. "It's not my intention to be cruel to you."