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[still_superbro]

*Kon manages to Hubspace so they go straight to his bedroom. It's a bit messy, but a little neglected looking, and the bed's made. He lets go of Jason and steps away*

You can sleep here when you're ready, or I can make up a bed in the guest room. I don't mind either way.

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[hateriseupinme]

If you don't mind, this is fine...

*Jason rummages in his coat and pulls out a notebook. It's larger and slimmer than the one he was using to make notes earlier at the pizza place. He opens it up, and there's a list labeled "Containment Vehicle for Capture Mission: Ivy Spawn".*

Make sure this makes sense before I lie down.

[still_superbro]

I don't mind.

*Kon takes the notebook and looks over the list* It makes sense, I don't know some of the words, but they look like names for chemicals an' stuff, so I think I can figure it out.

You want me to stay or go to another room? Whatever you'd prefer if fine with me.

[hateriseupinme]

I numbered the pages. If there's more details, just check the numbers. It will tell you more, like who to call.

*Jason pulls off his coat and lifts a panel of the lining, revealing a few bundles of cash in there. He tosses a couple bundles at Kon.* Most of the places I use require cash on delivery. I know the chemicals can be here by the end of the day. M'sure I'll be awake when the vehicles get here.

You c'n stay if you want. M'not gonna go to sleep until the uppers wear off anyway.

[still_superbro]

Alright, I'll get everything organized an' have them deliver it here. Some of it could probably be done local, actually. 'Specially if you're looking for herbicides.

*he catches the cash and sort of blinks at it for a moment* Oh, I was gonna use one of Kara's accounts. They draw from assorted corrupt businesses, and drug dealers' Swiss bank accounts, but if they want cash payments then this'll have to do.

I'll stay. *Kon heads over to his desk and boots up his laptop* Any idea how long it'll be 'till the uppers wear off?

[hateriseupinme]

*After Kon makes the phone calls regarding the vehicles, he'll find Jason curled up in a small ball in one corner of the mattress, shaking and making distressed sounds. He's still asleep.*

[still_superbro]

*he heads back into his room, and frowns deeply when he sees Jason*

I'm sorry, Jason.

*Kon walks over to where Jason is curled up, and very, very gently starts smoothing down Jason's hair. He doesn't speak to him, figuring that's what woke Jason last time*

[hateriseupinme]

*Jason makes a few inarticulate noises, still sounding distressed. But after a while, he seems to pick up on Kon's attempts to soothe him and quiets down. His whole body shudders as he sighs heavily, and he turns his face into the pillow. A few tears slip out of his still-shut eyes.*

[still_superbro]

*This is breaking his heart, because Jason's hurting so bad and Kon can't do anything. He just keeps running his hand through Jason's hair, hoping it's better than nothing*

[hateriseupinme]

You gonna beat yourself up about it if it don't work? M'guessing I ain't gonna be able to dissuade you from trying at all.

[still_superbro]

Yup. But I'd beat myself up about it if I didn't try, so.. *shrugs*

Nah, I'm pretty much gonna try no matter what you do. But.. *bites his bottom lip, and casts a sideways glance at Jason, a little nervous* You could leave. You're better at Hubspacing, an' you could just go to a universe where I can't get to you. I don't want that to happen, but you could.

[hateriseupinme]

If you don't want it to happen, why are you telling me about it? Could be I hadn't thought of it until you said something.

*Jason is so confused. What is this openness? This transparency?*

[still_superbro]

'Cause I want you to choose to stay.

[hateriseupinme]

*He's crying, quietly.* It was Ethiopia. That's the worst.

I... I'm sorry, you don't need this, things are fucked up enough for you...

[still_superbro]

Oh, Jason. *Kon reaches out and lets his hand hover just over Jason's shoulder, waiting for Jason's reaction before he tries to touch him*

You don't need to apologize. I want to help you. It's not about what I need.

[hateriseupinme]

*Jason is way too shaken up to react either way. If Kon touches him, as long as it doesn't hurt he's going to allow it. Because he just dreamed he was dying, again. Any confirmation that he's not is good.*

Yes, I do. You're wasting your time. I'm n-- never gonna get any better... *he sobs again, and he can't stifle the sound this time.*

[still_superbro]

*He didn't flinch away, so Kon's going to take that as an okay. He gently lays his hand on Jason's shoulder and squeezes lightly*

You're never a waste of time. Even if you don't get better. But I think that you can, that you will.