[He just looks at Bruce with those big blue eyes.]

That’s what my mom used to say to me too.

[The implication is there. His mom used to say that but she needed him, and maybe Bruce needs him too.

He tucks his chin between his knees.]

I’m sorry I ruined things.

[That is true, anyway.]

I know that you’re not just. I know that designation doesn’t mean-

-but I just wanted to help!

[His voice gets a little growl to it, but he can’t help it. Lately everything has felt so strange.]