He was always being asked why he did it.
It was hard for him to explain why. Those asking the question had no understanding of what it was like to do what he did. He supposed it was natural enough for people to ask the question.
He would try to explain that he didn’t do it to ingratiate himself with anybody. He wasn’t seeking any kind of celebrity status. Money had never been a motive, nor was he hoping for favours or special treatment. Neither was he hoping for any kind of recognition. He didn’t expect, or want, any praise for what he did.
For him, it had only ever been a personal and private activity.
He only did it because he really loved writing.