"I know. That's why we need real trust between us. Once I can actually trust you, you will know that you can trust me. Trust me never to do that. Trust me to always keep you safe. You can't assume that privilege when you won't let me trust you." Hobi held Ten close, only letting go with one hand so he could free his legs, deciding to just use a knife. Whatever, it wasn't as if he didn't have money for new rope.

"You are learning. It's not your fault you've had to only look out for yourself for so long, but I need you to catch on. Yeah?" He smiled and ruffled his hair playfully. "How about a bath, sweetheart?"