"I know." Crow heaves a heavy sigh. There wasn't even any real fire in his voice, but it still sounds like one blew out. "But it's not about who answers to who. It's because I give a shit about both of you and want to understand where you were coming from."

Crow's Shadow glances up at the donut box. Is a peace offering worthwhile? Or is that too soon?

Crow continues, "And it's not about being overly soft or sentimental. I just think you could have chosen a better approach, but what's done is done. All we can do is move forward." He glances at Ren. "Is there anything you'd like to add before we focus on the present circumstances?"