He knows I remember, but he doesn't remember himself. As far as I know the only people who remember other than me are Uncle Barry and the other paragons.
She's also honest to a fault. If you're looking for a no-frills answer.
( Laurel 2 is not a frills Laurel. Neither is, really. He's not going to say their Laurel has mellowed, because she hasn't. But she's been through more. She's rounded herself off. She's a family woman now. And yes, she has her extracurriculars. And occasionally disappears to another time. She's still Laurel. )
You haven't and you don't need to, though yours and your brother's opinions always matter. Let's not lose this. Even if you need space. Tell me next time.
( And he will lovingly grant it, not worry and then track you down. )
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( Should he be better at this? Has Oliver missed the chance to be there for his kids? )
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He knows I remember, but he doesn't remember himself. As far as I know the only people who remember other than me are Uncle Barry and the other paragons.
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( Okay. )
Okay. You can always come to me. Always, even if you think I won't like what you have to say.
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[She offers him a small smile.]
It wasn't because I didn't trust you. It's just ... a really weird thing to say out loud.
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( Completely. Lives, powers, relationships. )
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[She does know that he can handle it. But he can't protect her from herself. He can't save her from her own head.]
I know it doesn't seem like it sometimes, but I do. Sometimes I just need a little time.
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( He half squints one eye as he follows what he just said. )
And if you need the time, or you can't come to me. You have him. And, Laurel if we're not qualified.
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[She appreciates her stepmom for who she is.]
She is the nuclear option for a reason.
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( Laurel 2 is not a frills Laurel. Neither is, really. He's not going to say their Laurel has mellowed, because she hasn't. But she's been through more. She's rounded herself off. She's a family woman now. And yes, she has her extracurriculars. And occasionally disappears to another time. She's still Laurel. )
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[She smiles a bit.]
She's been really good for you. If I haven't told you that lately.
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( And he will lovingly grant it, not worry and then track you down. )
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[But with that, she will head back to her room to process her feelings some more.]