[He can accept, to some extent, that Jim's power only extends so far. But god knows how frustratingly persistent Jim can be and has been if he's motivated enough, if he cares enough. For certain causes, certain people, Jim wouldn't simply try but fight tooth and nail before deciding his hands were tied. But Oswald never made it onto the list.
He knows their long history, their shared struggles, and all the favours in the world aren't enough. That he isn't enough.
Not to Jim, anyway.
Although that day Jim turned his back on him at Arkham's gates should've killed any hope then and there. Better that than see it wither on the vine.]
And the thing about me, Jim, is that I never forget.
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works for me!
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No need.
I understand you perfectly.
[He can accept, to some extent, that Jim's power only extends so far. But god knows how frustratingly persistent Jim can be and has been if he's motivated enough, if he cares enough. For certain causes, certain people, Jim wouldn't simply try but fight tooth and nail before deciding his hands were tied. But Oswald never made it onto the list.
He knows their long history, their shared struggles, and all the favours in the world aren't enough. That he isn't enough.
Not to Jim, anyway.
Although that day Jim turned his back on him at Arkham's gates should've killed any hope then and there. Better that than see it wither on the vine.]
And the thing about me, Jim, is that I never forget.
You of all people should know that.
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[Such misguided passion and energy, as he sees it. But there's nothing that can be done. This is where they stand and they've dug in their heels.]