" in the end, it all comes down to one simple question - which is more important: having proof, or being alive? "
That's a catch-22 in my line of work if I've ever heard one. He doesn't seem too interested in a civil debate, though.
There's not many ways you can effectively stall for breath. He can't shake himself out of the thin gaze, risk running when there's a non-zero chance of him dodging and living after. He was quick when he first approached out of the dark-Whoever he was- he didn't seem Russian, or the type to play Roulette fairly. This stranger happened to meet him downtown, at just a perfect time when the streets were empty.
" Does that matter- when someone else is getting punished for something they didn't do?" Prickling over his skin, from his head to his spine. Apollo was waiting for something to hit; lightning being the least likely.