[ Yeah, he could definitely see an insufferable workaholic nerd like Barnaby having a cross-referenced spreadsheet of names and tipoffs at the ready. That's not what he has issues with. In a touch of sad irony, it's the fact that Barnaby shows any consideration for his wellbeing that has Gen bristling defensively; his captive gives a soft whimper as Gen reflexively grips tighter, hard enough for joints to start creaking. ]
Who said I needed any consideration from you?
[ He doesn't expect help from others unless he demands it first. And Barnaby had been the one to say it -- that he's here to help this man whose name is on their list, not him. Not to mention ... something just doesn't feel right. Why had Barnaby is so adamant about this man's innocence, anyway? Is it right to doubt the information that the Regent has given them? Should following their orders be of highest priority?
Indecision and unease still renders his movements jerky, but Gen remains firm, regardless. There's a harsher edge to his voice when he growls, ] -- fuck off and go snooping about someone else, if you're in such a hurry to butt into other people's business. I know what I'm supposed to be doing.
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Who said I needed any consideration from you?
[ He doesn't expect help from others unless he demands it first. And Barnaby had been the one to say it -- that he's here to help this man whose name is on their list, not him. Not to mention ... something just doesn't feel right. Why had Barnaby is so adamant about this man's innocence, anyway? Is it right to doubt the information that the Regent has given them? Should following their orders be of highest priority?
Indecision and unease still renders his movements jerky, but Gen remains firm, regardless. There's a harsher edge to his voice when he growls, ] -- fuck off and go snooping about someone else, if you're in such a hurry to butt into other people's business. I know what I'm supposed to be doing.