[ he doesn't really know jason. not the way the bats or jason's friends do, anyway. he's heard a lot of things, mostly secondhand, and he's seen him at home from time to time, but he's never really had a reason to interact with him much.

he's not sure if he should push the issue or not. would it just make him pull away, put distance between them? jon doesn't mind putting in the work with people, but he doesn't want to cause more harm than good.

he hesitates for a few moments, then reaches up, tapping his own chest. ] I can tell when people aren't really being truthful, [ he says carefully, gently. ] I don't want you to feel pressured to talk to me about anything you don't feel comfortable talking about, but I'm happy to be an ear if you need it. Or a sounding board. Or an excuse to get some alone time if you need it.

[ he can take jason anywhere, and he can hear him from anywhere. ]

I don't mean just now. Any time you need it.