( there's a small part of angela that wasn't to argue, to get him to stop if he really is sorry, but it's the mission. it's also a conversation that they've had more than once over the years, though the ones at overwatch were a little different )
[He gives her shoulder a squeeze, trying to offer her a reassuring smile. It’s not good enough—won’t ever be good enough for her, but it’s all he has.]
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[Jack is informed, at the very least.]
I guess it’s no use to tell you to stop worrying about me?
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( but there's a smile as she says it. if a brief one )
But you know that answer.
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[Jack puts a hand on her shoulder. It's meant to be reassuring, but they both know they're at an impasse.]
I'm sorry to put you through this.
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Just come back safe. We can't afford to lose you.
( and she couldn't bear to. not again )
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[He gives her shoulder a squeeze, trying to offer her a reassuring smile. It’s not good enough—won’t ever be good enough for her, but it’s all he has.]