Lucas let's out a small wet laugh.
"That's actually really comforting."
He wipes his face and stands up straight. He turns to face the man.
"I'm Lucas," he says, holding out a hand. "One of the sheriff's. You're Hollis right?"
The mention of the blood trail sends a chill down Hollis' spine, but he tries not to let it show. Instead, he steps a little closer, careful not to get too close, but enough to feel present. "I'm sorry," he murmurs.
"I don't think...you ever really get to say goodbye. Not in a way that feels right, anyway." His gaze drifts back to the grave. "But...maybe that means they're still here, with you. Somehow."
It wasn't exactly comforting, but, it was the only thing he could think to offer. The same uncertain, fragile connection that he clung to himself.