The protagonist struggles with his feelings for Andi, hoping to be drawn to her, but he finds himself disinterested for several reasons. Chief among these reasons is his lingering emotional connection to Bailey Flanigan, whose presence still captivates him even from a distance. Her laugh resonates with him deeply, highlighting the depth of his past feelings.

This internal conflict is significant as it reveals his inability to move on from Bailey, despite wishing he could develop feelings for someone new. The sigh he emits symbolizes his emotional burden and the longing for a connection that he feels is beyond his reach.