"'S cold. Make sure ya sip it." He picked up a few things from watching his mother; namely that when you're dehydrated, you can make things worse by drinking too fast. Plus, the water is cold, and a brain freeze is never fun.

Once he gets the can back he drinks until there's about a quarter can left. There's ice all over, so he's not too worried about replenishing his supply.

The sight of jerky makes him sigh happily.

"Thanks kindly. Ain't seen food fer a day 'r...maybe two."