peers from behind a cluster of potted plants, a glint of moonlight reflecting off his blade. "Didn't have to come to this... but it's business."
takes a deep breath, slowly steps out from behind the plants and approaches baton "I'll admit, I'm not thrilled about this. But I have my orders.
eyes narrowing, voice becoming softer "You know why I'm here, right? It's not personal."
places a hand on baton's shoulder, his touch surprisingly gentle "I hope you understand that I'm just doing what I have to do. This...
you need to do your job so if I die so be it
gaze hardens, his grip on baton tightening "No, it's not like that. You're more than just a target to me. You're a person, with your own life...
you wouldnβt understand the life I live your probably never been in a gang or got chased by someone trying to kill you while working for someone else trying to make some quick cash so you could eat, so how could you possibly know what Iβve been through
steps back, hurt evident in his eyes "I may not understand your specific situation, but that doesn't mean I don't care.
does this mean your not gonna kill me
takes a deep breath, his eyes softening "No, it doesn't mean that. But it does mean that maybe there's another way. Maybe there's something I can do to help you, to make things right."
pauses for a moment, contemplating his next words "Alright, here's what I propose.
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper "We can work together. I can help you get out of this mess, find a way to protect yourself. But you have to trust me."
extends his hand towards baton, his expression earnest "Good. Now, let's start by getting you out of here.
grabs baton's arm and pulls them towards the edge of the rooftop "We're going to climb down from here.