[ He stays still in that moment. Oh, he's been around long enough to note when it's time for him to actually shut his mouth and let things play out. It's rare, but, it does happen. His hands go out to his sides to prepare to steady himself - just in case.
John just gives her a look. One that says he's far too old and too experienced to hear her patronize him on things that lurk in the dark. He knows the people who can't fully grasp what they're up against. He's been arguing with them about the nature of the universe since he arrived.
Still, for once in his miserable existence, John decides not to press it further. Something about power or magic coming from her is shaking things up -- literally. ]
How about we put this conversation on ice, luv. Since you ah, seem to be ... quaking. [ Literally. He doesn't even know the name or the irony of it. Again, he gestures to the door behind him. ] Let's go inside and get you warmed up.
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John just gives her a look. One that says he's far too old and too experienced to hear her patronize him on things that lurk in the dark. He knows the people who can't fully grasp what they're up against. He's been arguing with them about the nature of the universe since he arrived.
Still, for once in his miserable existence, John decides not to press it further. Something about power or magic coming from her is shaking things up -- literally. ]
How about we put this conversation on ice, luv. Since you ah, seem to be ... quaking. [ Literally. He doesn't even know the name or the irony of it. Again, he gestures to the door behind him. ] Let's go inside and get you warmed up.