One thing that fascinated me in this episode 3 is the evolution of Jeff and Dean's relationship. We started with Dean coming back to the team after what he has previously done in season 1. Even if he was accepted into the X Hunter garage again, they don't fully trust him and Jeff agreed to "supervise" him to be sure nothing bad could happen.
And that's what happened. We know, Jeff is quite reserved. He doesn't open easily to people. Of course, he is loved among all people working in or for X Hunter, but he keeps his thoughts and worries for himself. He even has problems opening up to his own lover. That's what creates a rift in their relationship, in this episode.
Jeff doesn't know how he can make Alan forgive him. He may have been wrong (even if I understand his reasons and where he comes from), but he doesn't really have someone to talk to about this. Charlie (his brother) gave him some advice he can't use because his relationship with Babe is not the same as the one Alan and Jeff have.
Despite being closer to the X Hunter team, they are not his friends. They are more like family and sometimes you don't really want your family to meddle in your relationship (especially if your boyfriend is almost like the foster father of this found family). That's why I find the appearance of Dean really interesting. Could Dean become Jeff first friend?
In this episode, he showed care and gave Jeff the nudge he needed to try to mend his relationship with Alan. Dean was truly listening to Jeff and surprisingly it made him opening up about his helplessness on how to do it and where to start. Dean's advice wasn't bad (and it was easier to do than the one Charlie gave). It didn't work, but it could have. I felt like Dean was quite supportive.
There is another small scene, where the team was talking about the accident and the culprit who hurt Babe? Everyone was eating, and Dean gave food to Jeff. I found that nice. He was making sure he would eat too. It was kind of uncomfortable for Jeff because North was suggesting using his power to know the truth, and Jeff has always considered his special ability as a "burden" (and it's becoming even more complicated to deal with).
I hope it's not just for this episode and that it's the beginning of their friendship. Jeff needs a friend.
Also, it hurts to see him and Alan being at odds, when will they make up?! 😭
