Mark never really had a great life. He was born an orphan, and nothing ever went his way after that. Perhaps he would have continued to live in a ditch, ignored by everyone if not for his fateful encounter.
However, his path wouldn't be smooth sails. He could choose to travel his path alone, with no human company. Or, he could share his life with another. With Pass at his aid, though, he was bound to soar.
Author Massento