[The way Jefferson sounds has Rumlow thinking it's something mental he's struggling with. And if it's got anything to do with that scar, he'd put money down it's related to trauma. He knows combat, he knows what it can do to a person. That's why they've got groups for it, for vets who have seen war. Might not be what Jefferson's been through, but there's no way there ain't some lasting impression -- combined with the weirdness of this place? It's a nasty combination.
Rumlow shakes his head. He nudges Kenzi a little, thinking maybe threatening to shiv the guy might not be the best time. Besides, he doesn't really get the dangerous vibe from Jefferson at all. Or maybe it's just his own confidence with his abilities that keeps him from worrying. Either way.]
We all got demons, kid. Better to deal with them somewhere safe.
[He reaches out, setting a hand on Jefferson's shoulder. He keeps away from his neck, just in case. Gives him a squeeze though, meant to be reassuring, grounding. Trying to bring him down from the flight response that's clearly being activated.]
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Date: 2017-03-20 02:28 am (UTC)Rumlow shakes his head. He nudges Kenzi a little, thinking maybe threatening to shiv the guy might not be the best time. Besides, he doesn't really get the dangerous vibe from Jefferson at all. Or maybe it's just his own confidence with his abilities that keeps him from worrying. Either way.]
We all got demons, kid. Better to deal with them somewhere safe.
[He reaches out, setting a hand on Jefferson's shoulder. He keeps away from his neck, just in case. Gives him a squeeze though, meant to be reassuring, grounding. Trying to bring him down from the flight response that's clearly being activated.]