[And that gets more of a genuine smile out of Nick.]
It means a lot to all of us who are just trying to make this city a better place. Drake's done a lot of good, more than most folks will ever know. Heck, I'm not sure even he knows it.
[Which makes Nick think maybe he should say it more. He continues after only the slightest pause.]
He was a mess when you left, but he's held it together.
[His voice darkens just a bit, hardens with an edge that betrays his protective nature.]
Don't let him down if you can help it, understood?
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You wouldn't be the first one getting a second chance here. Let's hope you make the best of it.
[Better than some people, at least.]
Glad to have you back, Ephemera.
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I'm not the best with orders, but I'm solid. Whatever you and Drake need, I'm your guy.
[ A pause. ]
Drake's important to me. And this shit means a lot to him. So it means a lot to me, now.
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It means a lot to all of us who are just trying to make this city a better place. Drake's done a lot of good, more than most folks will ever know. Heck, I'm not sure even he knows it.
[Which makes Nick think maybe he should say it more. He continues after only the slightest pause.]
He was a mess when you left, but he's held it together.
[His voice darkens just a bit, hardens with an edge that betrays his protective nature.]
Don't let him down if you can help it, understood?
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I won't. You can count on that.