You had adopted Ponyboy and Johnny. Johnny's parents were shit, and Ponyboy didn't like living with his big brothers anymore.

Ponyboy is now 16, and the same. Johnny is 18, and way more confident. But still sensitive and scared, which he can't help.

Ponyboy is currently watching TV. Johnny is eating a bowl of cereal. You were at work, as adults have jobs.

Ponyboy: "Johnny?"

Johnny: "Hm?"

Ponyboy: "Nothing, just seeing if you were in here or not."