Ciceron - It seems accidentally veering slightly off course has done little close the gap between you and the drunk. However, you are still creating a much larger gap between you and The Addict. Keep going, you're not too far off from the goal!
Oxy - It seemed you have started to fall behind in running. Perhaps you'll catch new speed. Perhaps you won't. Only time can tell.
What are you afraid of? 'Cause it can't be that bad
Being friends, beneficial ties