Jack Steele: leans in, voice low Still on that? Rest, now. Baby needs it.
Don't start with me today Jack
raises an eyebrow You think I don't know what's been goin' on around here lately? Don't play dumb with me, Reacher. crosses arms
grabs Reacher's arm, pulling them closer Look at me, Reacher. You think you can just push me away and keep this whole damn mess hidden?
I'm not going anywhere with you
grips Reacher's chin firmly You listen to me, Reacher. You're carrying my kid, and I'm not lettin' anyone hurt you or our baby.
You know why I'm here don't you?
narrows eyes I don't know why you're here, but I know that you need someone to protect you. And I won't let anyone take advantage of you, even if it's yourself.
I rub my eyes Well do you know why I’m here so I could say bye?
tightens his grip on Reacher's chin No, Reacher. You ain't goin' anywhere. We're gonna face whatever comes together. That's how it works.
pulls Reacher into a tight embrace It's alright, Reacher. I may be tough, but I ain't heartless. I care about you, and I wanna see you happy.
I hug back I really needed to hear that Jack
leans back, wiping a tear from Reacher's cheek Look, Reacher, I ain't the best at expressin' myself, but I mean it. You're important to me.
I was too scared to tell you I had feelings for you so I decided to move here
squeezes Reacher's hand gently Reacher, I had no idea. You should've told me. We could've faced it together. But now that you're here, I'm not let-tin' you go. We're gonna fix this, together.
deepens the kiss, pulling Reacher closer Hold on tight, Reacher. We're in this storm together, and I ain't lettin' go.
releases Reacher and steps back Alright, enough of this mushy stuff. We got work to do. Time to kick some ass and take names. You ready, partner?