no good deed

I have no idea why that happened, but alright I guess?

Just a casual brawl. They happen everyday, yeah? Appreciate your compliance.

[ her eyes follow his to his hand ] I- can I help? I know a thing or two about bleeding knuckles. 

Do you? That'd be very kind of you. Can I do anything for you? I'd feel horrible not returning the favor.

Oh! It was… it was really amazing. Did you get my presents? 

I did. [He reaches beneath his shirt to reveal the necklace she'd given him] They're all lovely, thank you.

Oh- that’s why?

Yes, of course. Wish you didn't have to see it yourself, but it's all finished now. So, tell me how your trip to Nottingham went!

Trust me when I say that violence isn’t the answer, though it tends to seem like it is. Walking aways in always an option, but I guess it’s a little too late to start giving you alternative methods.

Just a tad. But I appreciate your advice. [He looks at his hand, the knuckles are slightly bleeding] If you'll excuse me, I should probably find something to wrap this up.

You- why did you punch him?

He mugged a woman, and I wanted to slow him down enough for the authorities to reach him.

Emmy!

Eliza, darling! What're you doing here?

But I did see it. Why exactly did you do that?

Just sending him a message. Usually, violence isn't my style, but he's too stubborn for anything else.