Here's the thing: the strings are already attached.

“You should probably stay away from me," I say, resting my head on my knees. "I'…”

“And, Jesus, she's a good kisser. So good I want to beat the hell out of whoever…”

“I don't know if my life will ever be completely normal again, but something lik…”

“Her green eyes meet mine in the Guinness mirror behind the bar and it feels lik…”