He continues to present himself as an eternal outsider watching the parade of life. Peter and Otto's questionable friendship leads readers to believe that they might be involved in a homosexual relationship. Isherwood remains impartial as he refrains from labeling and categorizing the two men. He begins by describing Otto: "Now he assiduously reconciles me, flatters me, laughs at my jokes, never misses an opportunity to give me a cunning and understanding wink" (283). Isherwood's passive portrayal reflects his objectivity towards the people around him. Instead of adding his own commentary, he continues the narration in a nonchalant tone. He is neither moved nor disconcerted by the actions he witnesses and alternately adds them to the images stored in his brain. The distance Isherwood keeps from his subjects, although necessary, isolates him and leaves him alienated from society. His journey with Peter and Otto ends quickly as Peter leaves for London shortly after Otto. Surprisingly, Isherwood was unusually lonely as he deeply missed the company of his companions. Due to his feeling of loneliness, he decides to return to Berlin. “I thought I should stay until the end of August, and maybe finish my novel, but suddenly the place seems so lonely. I miss Peter and Otto, and their daily arguments, much more