"Texas, I have tried to treat you as your own independent being from the moment you were created. Whether you drink or not is your choice to make, not mine." He's not out to preach the merits of abstaining. For him it was a practical decision, just something that he had to do. Still, it does concern him that she has the memories of someone with a good tolerance and a body that hasn't had the chance to develop those same tolerances.

"Having said that, I would at least hope that you practice some moderation."