I figured as much. Thing is though, I wouldn't have it any other way.
That anime was really interesting to me because of the main character. Desert Punk was a terrible person, a complete asshole. And yet, he had so many admirable qualities and little quirks that made him someone that you had to love. And in the end, I felt really distressed over the choices he made. I suppose that it ended in a way that I can only compare to this.
Sure, your house caught on fire, but at least you had insurance.
If that makes any sense.