[He swears softly under his breath.] Blimey, this is exactly why I didn't want to get into this argument with you.
[Despite the harshness of his words, the hands he puts on America's shoulders are gentle as he looks directly into his eyes.]
Listen to me. None of this is your fault. I can't even say it's the hunters, not after Poland and Wayne. It's that fucking Critter's, all of it. You're not a coward for wanting to save your 300 million people. Kanaya is dead because she got dragged into this awful game. It had nothing to do with you. I'm sorry she's gone, but I'll be even sorrier if that's what convinces you to risk your life.
You alone have the power to come out of this alive, America. Use it. Bravery has nothing to do with it. Anyone else would do the same in your shoes.
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[Despite the harshness of his words, the hands he puts on America's shoulders are gentle as he looks directly into his eyes.]
Listen to me. None of this is your fault. I can't even say it's the hunters, not after Poland and Wayne. It's that fucking Critter's, all of it. You're not a coward for wanting to save your 300 million people. Kanaya is dead because she got dragged into this awful game. It had nothing to do with you. I'm sorry she's gone, but I'll be even sorrier if that's what convinces you to risk your life.
You alone have the power to come out of this alive, America. Use it. Bravery has nothing to do with it. Anyone else would do the same in your shoes.