[Words of reassurance are easily flung around, but promises are more serious. IV accepts Leia's and doesn't say more on the subject.]
For what, the fire?
[Under ordinary circumstances, he would have discouraged it. In a world with firefighters, that extra step is unnecessary from a well-meaning citizen. Unfortunately, there isn't anything like that in the jungle, so it means the aftereffects of the accident may linger for a while. Knowing this, IV wrings the edge of the coat a little tighter before releasing the tension.]
Whatever you do, take me with you.
[He didn't leave Rio behind. He won't leave Leia, either.]
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For what, the fire?
[Under ordinary circumstances, he would have discouraged it. In a world with firefighters, that extra step is unnecessary from a well-meaning citizen. Unfortunately, there isn't anything like that in the jungle, so it means the aftereffects of the accident may linger for a while. Knowing this, IV wrings the edge of the coat a little tighter before releasing the tension.]
Whatever you do, take me with you.
[He didn't leave Rio behind. He won't leave Leia, either.]