[Enji comes to a halt once the other man comes into view, struck by the sight of him. The last time he saw Hawks, after the harrowing battle they'd fought together, he was following All For One, his fate uncertain. Enji has been worried about him. It's not that he doubts Hawks' skill or competence, but anything might happen, especially in the current circumstances back home. His expression softens as he looks him over. He even looks a little relieved. Hawks is whole and real. It's good to see him, though he wishes they weren't meeting in a place like this.]
Funny. No, I didn't. I've been exploring this place. I can find my own way out, if I need to.
[As usual, Enji's reaction to jokes isn't the most jovial. But in a way, it's reassuring to hear one of Hawks' cheerful remarks. There are few people Enji feels close to, but Hawks is one of them. He studies the other man's face intently, not entirely convinced by that grin radiating casual warmth. Hawks isn't like him; he's good at seeming happy when he isn't.]
Are you all right?
[He immediately feels protective. He knows Hawks' own role as a hero means he'll risk himself without hesitation—as Enji himself will—but he nonetheless wants to keep him safe, in any way he can.]
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[Enji comes to a halt once the other man comes into view, struck by the sight of him. The last time he saw Hawks, after the harrowing battle they'd fought together, he was following All For One, his fate uncertain. Enji has been worried about him. It's not that he doubts Hawks' skill or competence, but anything might happen, especially in the current circumstances back home. His expression softens as he looks him over. He even looks a little relieved. Hawks is whole and real. It's good to see him, though he wishes they weren't meeting in a place like this.]
Funny. No, I didn't. I've been exploring this place. I can find my own way out, if I need to.
[As usual, Enji's reaction to jokes isn't the most jovial. But in a way, it's reassuring to hear one of Hawks' cheerful remarks. There are few people Enji feels close to, but Hawks is one of them. He studies the other man's face intently, not entirely convinced by that grin radiating casual warmth. Hawks isn't like him; he's good at seeming happy when he isn't.]
Are you all right?
[He immediately feels protective. He knows Hawks' own role as a hero means he'll risk himself without hesitation—as Enji himself will—but he nonetheless wants to keep him safe, in any way he can.]