I wasn't playing games. [ but she stops herself from explaining, because she feels ridiculous for even starting to. so she huffs, leans on her forearms now so she can lean in closer. ]

What do you think is gonna happen here, John? Do you think pointing out the fact that I hurt him is gonna fix things? Like I don't know that already? [ normally, before the mask, this would have sounded all playful. it would have been Wichita busting his chops for being such a 'good guy' and trying to help Brendan out. but she's too serious now, her expression is too severe. she's all snark and no play. ] The flaw in that logic is that I don't care. I'm not gonna put myself at risk for some kid with a crush. [ risk of what? who even knows. ] I'm not that nice.