[ He says it, but he doesn't know-know. Neal can make educated guesses, he can make assumptions, but he's barely had a chance to get to know Charlie in ways less biblical, and while it seems like he should believe her, it doesn't mean he won't have some say, or some stake. Still, he knows how this looks — how he looks — and Neal doesn't think he's doing himself any favors letting the emotions flow.
Taking in a deep breath, he finally nods and meets her eyes more squarely and purposefully. ]
I know you're strong. I can see that. But we're all in the weeds here, and the last thing anyone needs is someone to be so inconsiderate as to make their problems someone else's.
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[ He says it, but he doesn't know-know. Neal can make educated guesses, he can make assumptions, but he's barely had a chance to get to know Charlie in ways less biblical, and while it seems like he should believe her, it doesn't mean he won't have some say, or some stake. Still, he knows how this looks — how he looks — and Neal doesn't think he's doing himself any favors letting the emotions flow.
Taking in a deep breath, he finally nods and meets her eyes more squarely and purposefully. ]
I know you're strong. I can see that. But we're all in the weeds here, and the last thing anyone needs is someone to be so inconsiderate as to make their problems someone else's.
[ He feels like he's doing it right now. ]
I'm sorry.