"Been there," he answers with a nod, a simple way to say he's sympathetic but not judging.

He knows he would've hated for anyone to pity him in that situation, and God knows he's familiar enough with being looked down upon for being poor. Which is also how he knows a little kindness goes a long way in keeping spirits up. It's not nearly enough for actually getting by, of course, but there's only so much most people feel okay accepting. Especially from a total stranger.

"I'm Seth, by the way," he adds, leaning back as their drinks are brought to them, trying to rectify the 'total strangers' part a bit.