you know the first rule of combat?

"Actually..." I reply, raising a brow with a soft snort. Jet would've been quick to say that Matt nailed it right on the head. I've never been quiet about lording information over people whenever I feel it's appropriate. Of course, there are layers upon layers of ways in which my statement just now might offend, but... as far as offenses go, I don't know that I plan on offering an apology.

Instead, I turn a gaze up at the sky, and let the conversation change path.

Like water.

"After October, though," I murmur quietly.