[Truly, Rue expected that their advice would be politely taken - because it is Peter, and he is always so very polite, even when he might not agree - but that he would not yet be ready to take it further than just listening. And to be perfectly fair, Rue knows how terrifying a thing it can be, to confront someone you love, especially when their biggest offense is hiding their hurt in order to protect you.

So Peter not being ready to follow through with it would make sense, giving himself some time to think the situation over, to maybe make a plan of attack before fully committing to the confrontation.

So it is with utter awe and immense pride that Rue watches the way that Peter accepts what must be done. He does not shy away, does not try to hide behind his nervous nature, does not brush aside his own feelings or say the whole situation could simply be imagined in his head. He owns it all, fully, and even just looking at him, Rue can tell that he would do absolutely anything to help Leo.

The way their heart swells up with pride, Rue is fearful it may just burst.

But they meet his gaze with a warm, adoring smile of their own, happy to lend Peter whatever strength he may need.]

I will be ready for the moment you need me. Always. We can help Leo as a family, not a single one of us needs to be an island and that goes for him as well. We will always be stronger together.

[The paw at his shoulder squeezes him reassuringly, as a reminder that he does not have to walk the path ahead alone. Not when so many are right here and ready to help.]

I'm very proud of you, Peter. Before you go, may I show you something?