coming at you fast, midnight

[cosmiccon]

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[blackstarred]

I know.

[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.

[kapiushon]

I know. You and your brother wouldn't come from me if you didn't.

( 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.

[blackstarred]

Either Laurel honestly. Though your Laurel, it tends to be if you need something blown up fast.

[She appreciates her stepmom for who she is.]

She is the nuclear option for a reason.

[kapiushon]

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. )

[blackstarred]

That she is.

[She smiles a bit.]

She's been really good for you. If I haven't told you that lately.

[kapiushon]

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. )

[blackstarred]

I will. Promise.

[But with that, she will head back to her room to process her feelings some more.]