[There's a nagging fear at the back of Owen's mind that the people he cares about don't feel the same way, no matter what they've been through together. Honestly, Pandora's the one person he trusts almost completely. And even with her, there are some things he wants to spare her. It's part of the reason he likes talking to Zero. Though he's hesitant to open up, he doesn't have to worry about being delicate around him either.]
[He takes another swig from his tea before waving a hand in the air.]
See, that's work. I'll take all the time I need to case a target and suss out my strategy. When I'm not doing that, I prefer to follow my instincts. You've gotta be spontaneous sometimes, you know?
[He leans forward, voice lowered.]
Let's not forget, today's meal was paid for by an impulsive decision.
[That last comment rings true. Whatever it takes. That's been his motto, especially after he ended up running solo. While his one rule is that he never wants to hurt someone, the notable exception is himself. But he's convinced himself he can handle all that. He's got his own personal demons in that area.]
Don't I know it. Best not to dwell too long on the bad shit.
[He polishes off the last bite of his sandwich.]
And it's rare, but sometimes the things we have to do aren't entirely terrible.
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Date: 2020-09-07 02:56 am (UTC)[He takes another swig from his tea before waving a hand in the air.]
See, that's work. I'll take all the time I need to case a target and suss out my strategy. When I'm not doing that, I prefer to follow my instincts. You've gotta be spontaneous sometimes, you know?
[He leans forward, voice lowered.]
Let's not forget, today's meal was paid for by an impulsive decision.
[That last comment rings true. Whatever it takes. That's been his motto, especially after he ended up running solo. While his one rule is that he never wants to hurt someone, the notable exception is himself. But he's convinced himself he can handle all that. He's got his own personal demons in that area.]
Don't I know it. Best not to dwell too long on the bad shit.
[He polishes off the last bite of his sandwich.]
And it's rare, but sometimes the things we have to do aren't entirely terrible.