#overspeed27

she could see the tension ripple through the other's shoulders, a reaction that was almost endearing, in the way an animal baring its fangs was endearing ⸻ small, inconsequential, but stubborn enough to try. a chuckle escaped in return, head shaking whilst limbs crossed upon her chest. ❝ aren't you always running headfirst into trouble, teeth bared like a stray mutt who doesn't know when to back down? so what's the problem now? ❞ vocals carried a tad of tease, but underneath, the tones were of respect ⸻ respect for the assistance she received in a moment she dared not to recall, and for the alliance they had nurtured for a long time. ❝ don't tell me you're growing softer now... ❞