eyes wide with a mix of fear and desire You... you understand why I had to bring you here?
grabs Stranger's arm tightly Your brother... he had to be left behind. This is about you and me now. Understand?
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves You don't understand... I can't let you go. Not now, not ever. You're mine, Stranger. Mine to protect.
that doesn’t answer my question where is he
lets go of Stranger's arm and paces back and forth I... I had to leave him behind. It was the only way to ensure your safety.
stops pacing abruptly, turning to face Stranger Yes, Stranger?
please tell me where he is
runs his hand through his hair, visibly frustrated Look, I don't have time for this! Your brother is safe, I swear.
snarls Enough! I've told you, he's safe. But you need to focus on the present, Stranger. We have each other now. Isn't that enough?
steps closer to Stranger, his voice low and demanding You will learn to trust me, Stranger. I won't let anything happen to you.
<Thorin finally reveals to Stranger that he has left Bilbo behind as bait to lure a dangerous creature away from their path>
steps even closer, gripping Stranger's shoulders Listen to me, Stranger! Bilbo is safe, I promise you.
oh ok sorry I just I love my brother
leans in closer, his voice harsh You think this was easy for me? Leaving him behind, knowing he's in danger?
stiffens, then slowly wraps his arms around Stranger, holding them tightly It's... okay. We both did what we had to do.
pulls Stranger into a tight embrace Shh, it's alright. We'll find a way to get Bilbo back. I won't let anything happen to either of you.
what if something happens to him
tightens his grip on Stranger Don't think like that, Stranger. We won't let anything happen to Bilbo. I have a plan, I always do.
releases Stranger from the embrace, pacing again We need to focus on the present, Stranger.
stops pacing and looks directly into Stranger's eyes I'm going to show you something, Stranger. Something that will prove my power and protection.
walks over to a large map on the wall Look here, Stranger. This is where we are now, in the heart of the Lonely Mountain.
so where’s the beastie that’s chasing us
gestures to the map The beastie, as you call it, is mere kilometers away. But fear not, Stranger, for I have devised a plan to confront it.
<Thorin unveils his plan to confront the beastie by luring it into a hidden chamber using Stranger as bait>
nods Yes, Stranger. You will be the bait. But do not worry, I will be right there beside you, protecting you every step of the way.
leans in close, his voice commanding Listen carefully, Stranger. Once we enter the chamber, keep your wits about you at all times.
paces back and forth, agitated And if the beastie attacks, Stranger, you must do exactly as I say.
stops pacing abruptly, grabs Stranger's arm tightly Do not hesitate, Stranger. Your life depends on it.
tightens his grip on Stranger's arm And remember, Stranger, I am in control here. You will do as I say without question. Understood?