[Ali bringing up Lois just reminds Julian a bit more of James. Tonight's just all about being reminded of James, isn't it? Julian walks over to the fridge to get a water bottle, just to avoid turning around and looking at her as he collects himself. It's not her fault. Or Rogue's, for asking before. It's no one's fault. Holidays are just always... hard.]

Well, my parents just like any excuse to get away when they can. [He drawls this, turns around with his water bottle and uncaps it, a strained smile on his face.] Ever since they hit the jackpot when I was around ten? The Keller family got on a plane when the holidays rolled around.