That question is based on flakey assumptions such as that T is able to survive in an environment that is not forgiving stupidity. But I would need fish bait, maybe that's the solution and answer?

I could probably learn how to make an inflatable raft out of his skin

I guess I have no choice.

Not sure about love, but I'm sure I could get along with him enough to make it worth doing. I imagine he'd need my help more than I need his though.

It'll be great, his corpse will keep my fire going for days, though I fret about what all that burning bronzer will do to the air