[ Alex watched him for a long moment, then dropped his head and sighed, stepping into the room far enough for the door to slam shut behind him. All the anger he'd come over with evaporated, and he was left feeling guilty and miserable instead.

He reached out - hand resting on Frank's shoulder if he let him. ]

... Look, Frank. [ His voice was much quieter. ]

I appreciate that you've got my back. Alright? And if you'd gotten hurt, you damn well know I'd do the same. I ain't - I ain't saying that you shouldn't talk to everyone else if you're worried, but just - You gotta be careful with how you bring things up with Amos, alright? Left a two inch dent in my wall.

I know I - I know I made a mistake. I should have talked to you guys, and I'm sorry. I just don't want everyone gettin' all upset over somethin' I did. I ain't hurt. We're all alright. Okay?