Too many lights gathered dim the night sky and stars above. [ There aren't a lot of places like that in his world, mostly large human cities.

He makes quick, but careful steps across the deck to the slightly secluded space. Perhaps the weather being one reason people won't come out here much. ]

I feel it's better to save them for things we may not even realize we can buy yet. Such as I would like to eventually fully purchase being able to touch my love again.

[ Which, Soldier despises the need to purchase such a thing, but he would do it.

He takes a seat on the u-shaped couch, taking in what warmth there is to be had from the furniture. ]

Agreed, though I'm typically immune to feeling such extreme highs and lows of temperature.