OOC: Reizu, that was perfect!<br/><br/>Ptricia rolled her eyes and huffed. "Smoothly done, Ptriciaptepaloma!" She saw Reizu about to go after him, and put out her hand to block his path.<br/><br/>"No! Don't go after him, not yet. I should have seen this coming. You heard what he said, 'I can take care of myself.' It sounds like he's been out on his own for some time, and takes pride in the fact that he doesn't need to depend on anyone. After meeting Rayne, I can understand why he'd want some space. I don't think he's understood the 'group' thing yet. While I suspect he'd jump in to help without hesitation, accepting help from others... I guess he sees it as being weak."<br/><br/>"I should have made it clear it was reciprocal, that we understood he didn't need to hide behind others, just that it was safer watching each others backs. While you're right, he is the 'White King'..." she smirked slightly at the appropriateness of the term, "... in this set up, that doesn't mean we are the chess masters, or that we'll keep him 'castled'. The king is a devastating piece, played properly, and supported by other pieces."<br/><br/>"Let him cool down for a bit. Going after him will reinforce the idea that we don't trust him to see to himself. He should be fine as long as he stays in these few streets. I've gone to some trouble to make sure no-one will risk coming around here, even in the day time. Then maybe I can clear up his misunderstanding."