[ short of an apology, ― and even then, he's not too sure ― there doesn't seem to be much that he can do to soothe her. Jack had known it was bad from how much things were building up as time went on, from the daggers being glared his way to her general recklessness in just about everything she's involved in. does that mean the nuclear explosion that is her reaction was something he was prepared for? again, no. he'd rather deal with the Omnic Crisis again than go through this. that says a lot. more than a youngin' like her would ever know.
the clothing she is in, or lack thereof, doesn't have him taking her any less seriously. his eyes may still be tempted to look down at her legs or hips, but she can be stark naked and he would at least respect her enough to give her his attention. she may be upset that it took 2 weeks to decide to do so, but... better late than never. o so he hopes. ]
So you haven't. [ he wants to believe that's true, but it's so hard to tell if she is being sarcastic or not when all of her words are coming out in the form of borderline hysteric sobs. when she starts getting petty, however, his jaw grows tight and he shoots a so fierce that it is bound to shut her up for at least a second. he shows assertion by squeezing her hands harder. ] You need to think before you speak, kid. Does it seem like anyone is tossing you aside? Why the hell do you think I'm here?
[ he growls in frustration and lets go of her so that he can pinch the bridge of his nose. it's in hopes of allowing him to think more clearly, her constant screaming and provocative questions doing nothing to help keep himself in check. Jack stares down at the bed for a moment, pausing to consider everything that has just developed in the past few moments. it would be easy to just lean in, give her a kiss and wipe away her tears. he thinks that may be just enough to calm her down. the issue is if that's something he wants to risk again.
when he looks back up, there is a brief glimpse of vulnerability washing over him, doubt in his eyes and a frown tugging at his lips. his gloved fingertips reach forward to grab her by the hips, stilling her so her restlessness is forced to subside. ]
If you think I'm in here for just you, you got it wrong. And if you think this only affects you? You're more selfish than I thought. Get it together, Hana. This ain't one-sided.
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the clothing she is in, or lack thereof, doesn't have him taking her any less seriously. his eyes may still be tempted to look down at her legs or hips, but she can be stark naked and he would at least respect her enough to give her his attention. she may be upset that it took 2 weeks to decide to do so, but... better late than never. o so he hopes. ]
So you haven't. [ he wants to believe that's true, but it's so hard to tell if she is being sarcastic or not when all of her words are coming out in the form of borderline hysteric sobs. when she starts getting petty, however, his jaw grows tight and he shoots a so fierce that it is bound to shut her up for at least a second. he shows assertion by squeezing her hands harder. ] You need to think before you speak, kid. Does it seem like anyone is tossing you aside? Why the hell do you think I'm here?
[ he growls in frustration and lets go of her so that he can pinch the bridge of his nose. it's in hopes of allowing him to think more clearly, her constant screaming and provocative questions doing nothing to help keep himself in check. Jack stares down at the bed for a moment, pausing to consider everything that has just developed in the past few moments. it would be easy to just lean in, give her a kiss and wipe away her tears. he thinks that may be just enough to calm her down. the issue is if that's something he wants to risk again.
when he looks back up, there is a brief glimpse of vulnerability washing over him, doubt in his eyes and a frown tugging at his lips. his gloved fingertips reach forward to grab her by the hips, stilling her so her restlessness is forced to subside. ]
If you think I'm in here for just you, you got it wrong. And if you think this only affects you? You're more selfish than I thought. Get it together, Hana. This ain't one-sided.