[ Now they can really have big brotherly brawls with minimal damage, huzzah. ]

Yeah, that sounds like us. [ He snorts. ] Do everything differently 'cause we don't have anyone telling us otherwise. Maybe we can set a positive example for everyone else.

[ He squeezes Eli's hand. He doesn't say it, but Gavin can feel it. Not that you could hide anything from him before, bro. Now it's extra hard. ]

It's pretty fitting. I know you'll have this shit all figured out in a week anyway. [ But then... ugh. He makes a face. ] Please never say that again. But it's good to know you can defend yourself now so I don't have to worry.

[ Pause. ] Not that I worried. You weenie.