[At the bottom of the stairs, Floyd gives Catfish a squeeze before setting her down to freely roam the foyer. He watches her as he considers Jade’s words. … It still seems so childish of him, flying off the handle over a harmless choice. They value their independence, after all. He shouldn’t feel as if Jade is necessary for his survival.]
I—
[Just then, he hears the elevator bell and rests his forehead against the front door. Idiot. Even now he’s foregoing his own comfort for Floyd’s sake… Opening the door, he sets foot outside. His skin buzzes, eager and anxious.]
Ok…
[It’s what Jade wants. He should let him do it. He has to.]
no subject
I—
[Just then, he hears the elevator bell and rests his forehead against the front door. Idiot. Even now he’s foregoing his own comfort for Floyd’s sake… Opening the door, he sets foot outside. His skin buzzes, eager and anxious.]
Ok…
[It’s what Jade wants. He should let him do it. He has to.]
Don’t hang up, Jade. Ok? Not until you get here.