Jack was a little surprised at himself. Open and honest was not something he was known for. Ever. But there he was, pausing for a bit too long before he locked the door behind him. As he did, he realized that he was the same was in the end. As a dragon. When he knew his own demise was imminent.

Maybe he was just scared of being alone again.

After the click of the door locking, he walked past her, hands in his pockets, as he prepared for what he expected to be a silent stroll to work.