[He was holding himself together by focusing on the facts. Learning as much as he could. That took precedent over anything else.]

What you're saying...is that, even if I do see Alfred or Selina...there's a chance they won't be from the same point in time as me.

[That...could either be a very bad thing...or maybe work to his benefit. Somewhat.]

I don't understand. How is all of this possible?