Jacques for once in his life didn't know what to do and that uncertainty beneath the surface scared his more than he would admit.
"I just had the wind knocked out of me. I promise that's all it was." He knew he was fickle but he also didn't want to leave evidence that they'd been there. "I apologize if I frightened you Laura." was all he said as he readied for the trip.
"I won't be a burden. The weak have no place in combat. If I am not strong enough than I am useless, a weapon with no purpose is of no value and should be discarded." He stood there for a moment before saying "Let's just get this over with." He'd follow her as he wasn't his usual razor sharp self. He would collect his thoughts on the way to hit the facility again.