He thought about it as she spoke. Maybe it made some sense. Maybe it was like a briefing where you went over different tactical maneuvers in case the initial plan went south.

Alec looked down at his knuckles. They were showing signs of healing, though it would take time.

"I'm not -" He briefly wondered why he was talking so much to Corbie. This was probably the most he talked to anyone about something like this. "someone who can give up that easily."