He is remarkably understanding of... certain limitations.
[ the deeper truth of the matter is that sweeney would likely sooner apologize to them for not being able to succeed, rather than take issue with their failure. she's spent enough time in his company to recognize that to be the likely outcome.
hearing that particular sentiment from someone else, though, causes her to fall silent for a moment, reflecting on her own feelings. it would be unfair to call them anything close to love, but they do have significance. she'd be foolish to deny it. ]
But you're right. [ her voice is a bit firmer now, after that pause. ] Better to discover what we can potentially achieve on our own before seeking his involvement.
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[ the deeper truth of the matter is that sweeney would likely sooner apologize to them for not being able to succeed, rather than take issue with their failure. she's spent enough time in his company to recognize that to be the likely outcome.
hearing that particular sentiment from someone else, though, causes her to fall silent for a moment, reflecting on her own feelings. it would be unfair to call them anything close to love, but they do have significance. she'd be foolish to deny it. ]
But you're right. [ her voice is a bit firmer now, after that pause. ] Better to discover what we can potentially achieve on our own before seeking his involvement.