That's a crystal clear message, and it's one that Shadow doesn't ignore, even if he is concerned for this stranger's wellbeing. He stops where he is, then takes a large step backward. ]
Okay. Whatever you want.
[ But he's still not leaving. How can he?
Shadow glances back towards the mouth of the alley — he's stepped away, but he's still standing just inside it — and considers his options. ]
There's a convenience store just around the corner. I can get you some ice.
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That's a crystal clear message, and it's one that Shadow doesn't ignore, even if he is concerned for this stranger's wellbeing. He stops where he is, then takes a large step backward. ]
Okay. Whatever you want.
[ But he's still not leaving. How can he?
Shadow glances back towards the mouth of the alley — he's stepped away, but he's still standing just inside it — and considers his options. ]
There's a convenience store just around the corner. I can get you some ice.