[ it's funny because he's not wrong about not trusting what was presented to him but for different reasons ]
I think you're doing a good job! You helped me adjust my grip without even thinking about it. You've spent these last couple of minutes trying to make sure that I'm okay, and that nobody is taking advantage of me.
I know, but... [ a little shrug. ] You didn't spit on me or threaten to erase me and all my bloodlines or something silly like that. I appreciate the simple things.
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anyway that last bit gets bucky to huff a sardonic little laugh ]
Well. I'm certainly trying to be.
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I think you're doing a good job! You helped me adjust my grip without even thinking about it. You've spent these last couple of minutes trying to make sure that I'm okay, and that nobody is taking advantage of me.
That, to me, says a lot.
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But I've done a lot wrong, too. A lot worse, that hurt a lot more people, than just offering a kid some support.
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You're trying now. And of course that maybe doesn't forgive everything, but... it's better than not trying at all.
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Well, that hasn't been the case for me. You've only made things better for me, so far.
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anyway he laughs a little ]
Alright, now you're just laying it on thick. So far, all I've done is make sure you hold a dumbbell right.
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I know, but... [ a little shrug. ] You didn't spit on me or threaten to erase me and all my bloodlines or something silly like that. I appreciate the simple things.
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... Yes? Should it not be? I thought it was a decent one.