[ The first part, he means, and he means that he literally can't argue with it because he has no argument to make. Anders would probably give himself a hernia at the merest suggestion he was friends with Sturmhond.
But that's a story for another day. Namely, one when Anders' other very helpful friend wasn't desperately needed for their mission. ]
When the time comes, yes. I imagine we will. It all depends on where they're keeping our people, and how many are in one place. If we can get in and out without disturbing anyone, that's ideal.
But I've been doing this too long to think there's any chance of that happening. We've never been that lucky yet, and I don't expect us to start now.
I'm not sure luck has much to do with it when it comes to a company like this. It seems as though it’s a pretty tightly controlled operation.
[ Whether she’s implying that there’s more to this than first thought, or that the CDC may well just be incompetent on some level, who’s to say? Hawke will keep her stronger opinions until she knows him better. Right now, she wants to give him at least something of a good impression. If she ends up staying on the crew, she wants to be thought of as reliable.
Or close to it. ]
I can provide cover, or distractions. Whatever you need. We may not be able to buy much time on the whole, but every second will help.
[ For once, new recruits have dropped in at a time when they were very sorely needed, and no one had to fight through an avalanche to get to them. If Hawke thinks this shows incompetence, she'll be delighted to see how they usually do it. ]
You have the right idea. We'll need to move out soon.
[ He pauses now, looking at her. Anders is clearly a friend. There's an argument that telling her this could distract her.
On the other hand, she seems like she's already got her head in the game. And if their positions were reversed, and she didn't tell him about Alina, he'd be furious. ]
I have to tell you that Anders is one of those we're searching for. We don't know which tribe has taken any of the captives, but he was among them. I thought you should know.
[ From a woman who's usually so boisterous, it may seem odd that the change in her after hearing that news isn't the most obvious. One might occasionally expect some kind of outburst, a plea, but all that happens is that her hands clench into fists, the look in her eyes darkening into rage. The thought of Anders being in danger makes her feel physically ill, but she's good at hiding it.
Good at channelling her worry into anger, something far more worthwhile in this situation. Hawke swallows the lump in her throat. ]
I'll be ready. ... Thank you, for telling me.
[ He's right. Finding out the hard way would not make her very happy. ]
[ Her reaction is reminiscent of a soldier; slight, barely visible, except for the added tension it brings. Hopefully, that will make her stronger as they move, instead of compromising her. Telling her was a risk, but ultimately, he thinks it was the right one to take. ]
You're welcome. It's what I would want, in your position.
[ A hesitation, then. ]
A...very good friend of mine was taken, as well. I'm far from flippant about this, believe me. We will get every one of them back, if I have anything to do with it.
It seems that both of us are in the same position, then. I'll do my best to make sure that all of them come home, I promise.
[ Not just because she knows that Anders is in among them. Of course, it helps to make Hawke all the more determined to succeed, but she was prepared to even before she knew the truth of her friend's predicament.
And hearing that Sturmhond had someone that he was missing made her feel all the more sympathetic towards him. ]
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[ The first part, he means, and he means that he literally can't argue with it because he has no argument to make. Anders would probably give himself a hernia at the merest suggestion he was friends with Sturmhond.
But that's a story for another day. Namely, one when Anders' other very helpful friend wasn't desperately needed for their mission. ]
When the time comes, yes. I imagine we will. It all depends on where they're keeping our people, and how many are in one place. If we can get in and out without disturbing anyone, that's ideal.
But I've been doing this too long to think there's any chance of that happening. We've never been that lucky yet, and I don't expect us to start now.
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[ Whether she’s implying that there’s more to this than first thought, or that the CDC may well just be incompetent on some level, who’s to say? Hawke will keep her stronger opinions until she knows him better. Right now, she wants to give him at least something of a good impression. If she ends up staying on the crew, she wants to be thought of as reliable.
Or close to it. ]
I can provide cover, or distractions. Whatever you need. We may not be able to buy much time on the whole, but every second will help.
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You have the right idea. We'll need to move out soon.
[ He pauses now, looking at her. Anders is clearly a friend. There's an argument that telling her this could distract her.
On the other hand, she seems like she's already got her head in the game. And if their positions were reversed, and she didn't tell him about Alina, he'd be furious. ]
I have to tell you that Anders is one of those we're searching for. We don't know which tribe has taken any of the captives, but he was among them. I thought you should know.
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Good at channelling her worry into anger, something far more worthwhile in this situation. Hawke swallows the lump in her throat. ]
I'll be ready. ... Thank you, for telling me.
[ He's right. Finding out the hard way would not make her very happy. ]
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You're welcome. It's what I would want, in your position.
[ A hesitation, then. ]
A...very good friend of mine was taken, as well. I'm far from flippant about this, believe me. We will get every one of them back, if I have anything to do with it.
"very good friend"
[ Not just because she knows that Anders is in among them. Of course, it helps to make Hawke all the more determined to succeed, but she was prepared to even before she knew the truth of her friend's predicament.
And hearing that Sturmhond had someone that he was missing made her feel all the more sympathetic towards him. ]
get out you don't know his life!!!1!!
[ Sturmhond smiles at her, and glances up to see the rest of the group. It won't be long until they leave. ]
We'll be moving soon. Do you have everything you need?
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[ The mabari barks cheerfully at her side, as if agreeing that he's all she needs. ]
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I always liked dogs. He looks as ready as you are.
You'll take him with you?
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[ The mabari barks happily by way of confirmation. ]
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[ Strange, dangerous animals are only likely to work in their favour against the Neraki. They need as many advantages as they can get. ]
I need to make sure everyone's been briefed. I imagine I'll see you on the field, Hawke.