[ he leans against her for a moment. if she doesn't like it, she'll make it clear. he just . . . needs to soak up the presence of another person for a bit.
[ Diana keeps her arm around him, leaning her head against his. In another life, he could have been her brother; in this one, he's as close to family as she has, here. ]
[ Ion may be able to harm her, but it would still take quite a bit of effort, and likely destroy the townhouse – and perhaps much of the city – in the process. ]
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[ Her voice is quiet, but there's no waver in her sincerity. ]
John has his merits, and you have yours. You were our Lantern. We needed your goodness, your heart.
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I'm glad things were getting better. It sucks to be stuck in limbo.
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[ They've had many, over the years, but none quite like what happened after Maxwell Lord's neck snapped. ]
But you were always a needed part of the team, Kyle. And we need you here, too.
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I'm here for now.
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Selfishly, because I want you here with me.
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[ Sweet Kyle has so much love to give; it's very nearly criminal that the universe has never chosen to answer it in kind. ]
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before he's alone again. ]
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It'll be okay, Kyle. Everything will be okay.
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Okay. . . . Okay.
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Is there anything I can do to help you?
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I just need some time.
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The Alliance has given me a mission... I could always use your help, if you're willing to give it.
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Sure. You know I have your back.
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[ She squeezes his shoulder, then lets go, shifting. ]
Would you like company tonight? I wouldn't mind sleeping on the floor, or the couch.
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No. It's not a good idea. It won't be safe.
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Not safe? How, why?
[ Ion may be able to harm her, but it would still take quite a bit of effort, and likely destroy the townhouse – and perhaps much of the city – in the process. ]
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[ And he needs to sleep; if she were here, he might stay awake just out of concern for her. ]
Then I'll check in with you in the morning.
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