I know all about personal stuff, trust me. They often pass. Hope yours do, too.
And nice of you to notice the nuances!
Adam's been living something of a normal life for the past six months now. He has a relationship. So, it's intended to show.
I'd say that right now he's torn between the two worlds; the normal life and the dangerous life he's always drawn to.
That's a theme coming up.
As for the other stuff, I won't spoil. :)