[ He notices the deep breath, but doesn't remark on it. Instead he clasps his free arm loosely around her, one hand starfished on her belly, a mix of casual and possessive. The other hand keeps the ice in place, condensation dripping off its surface. The note of unease in her tone is startling -- but not very, considering what she's been through. His fingers drum idly against the warm curve of her stomach as he says, ]
It's a start. If anyone offers, I'll look into their backgrounds. Make sure they're who they say they are.
[ It's not entirely altruistic. It's also his way of checking the barometer of certain Citizen's abilities, and what their areas of expertise are. ]
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It's a start. If anyone offers, I'll look into their backgrounds. Make sure they're who they say they are.
[ It's not entirely altruistic. It's also his way of checking the barometer of certain Citizen's abilities, and what their areas of expertise are. ]