(he would argue the fact that he only punched phoenix because he deserved it, and that even took him by surprise. anyone else, and he is a complete weenie in the face of a fight. he is glad trucy's paying attention to the monsters' behavior, at least, giving a nod in response.) So they'll only pay attention to us if we're examining things. It makes sense, we're probably seen as a threat to their territory.

(he personally doubts their abilities to do much else outside the realm of groan, have a desire for brains, and walk slowly yet terrifyingly toward their victims. maybe they'll be okay if they just power walk away from the creepies. but, in a weird way, talking about how they died makes him think of it like a case. something to focus on aside from dreading doom.) I don't know. Their bodies are too decomposed to be able to pinpoint if they'd been attacked or not. Something might have gone wrong in the lab that ultimately lead to their deaths.

(normally, he'd be quite concerned at trucy's ability to just keep weapons hidden like that, but right now, it's a welcome thing. he gives her a firm nod, and while still worried about the fight ahead of them, it's only a few. a deep calming breath before they burst in guns blazing.) I'm ready. We'll be fine.