[Perhaps to James' surprise though, Keith doesn't comment on his approach and instead stares up at him warily.]

I already told you. I wasn't hurt. [A beat.] And I wasn't scared either.

[It's stated with grit, but not hostility.]

We went looking for trouble, alright? I thought -- she said some things that reminded me of [My life.] ... She said she blanks out whenever she's threatened. I thought she might've been like me is all. Wasn't expecting.... [Keith shakes his head, looking away.]

I already know it was dumb, so you don't have to beat me over the head with that. I didn't mean for you to.... [Deep breath, deep breath.] Look, I'm sorry, ok? I'm sorry.