She knows it's true, logically—despite his reticence to talk, Kate's aware Damian opens up to her more than most people. And she remembers just how happy he was to see her the first time she came back, how worried he was when Maeda snatched her. But still, hearing him say it is another thing entirely. Her heart does an unhelpful little flutter, and she tries to shove it down. Thank God they're not touching.]
You mean a lot to me, too. You know that, right?
[Despite her attempt to seem totally chill, her voice softens with affection anyway.]
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She knows it's true, logically—despite his reticence to talk, Kate's aware Damian opens up to her more than most people. And she remembers just how happy he was to see her the first time she came back, how worried he was when Maeda snatched her. But still, hearing him say it is another thing entirely. Her heart does an unhelpful little flutter, and she tries to shove it down. Thank God they're not touching.]
You mean a lot to me, too. You know that, right?
[Despite her attempt to seem totally chill, her voice softens with affection anyway.]