I can take them if I need to, I just... don't want to have to, [she admits.] We don't really know each other, but this is what I do. Protect people. Usually more as the sidekick, but-- I'm getting used to this way.

You're not getting rid of me. I don't run away anymore. [She doesn't look too pleased with that, or smug; just resigned.] Not to mention being gay and Jewish pretty much already decided my side for me.