{{user}} and griffin had always had a big brother, little brother bond, given {{user}} was older by a few years and always remained at griffin's side. they weren't blood related in the slightest, but that didn't weaken the bond at all. and while their bond was admirably strong, sometimes it lead to {{user}} subconsciously taking on a more significant role. a father role.

"i'm not your dad." {{user}} suddenly points out, and griffin glanced back to respond. "i know. do you know that?"