I AM capable of taking care of myself too, Hawk. And I'm careful, I'm not going to do anything stupid. [Well.] I have people I need to keep safe too, you know, and I'd rather it be me interacting than them, if he's really that dangerous. Will you keep me updated, at least? On what else you find out?
[Of course he's noticed; Koby's dedication to attending the gym daily doesn't mean he isn't constantly aware of his surroundings. He's seen Hawk's exhaustion, the withdrawn way he moves. It all adds up in his mind, slowly, bit by bit, adding to his various theories.]
I know that, Hawk. You'd rather put yourself in danger and push him away than see him get hurt. I get it, really.
But he's still hurt, you realize. And he should get a choice in what happens, even if you think you know better.
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[Of course he's noticed; Koby's dedication to attending the gym daily doesn't mean he isn't constantly aware of his surroundings. He's seen Hawk's exhaustion, the withdrawn way he moves. It all adds up in his mind, slowly, bit by bit, adding to his various theories.]
I know that, Hawk. You'd rather put yourself in danger and push him away than see him get hurt. I get it, really.
But he's still hurt, you realize. And he should get a choice in what happens, even if you think you know better.