[ To Maine, the difference between needing a weapon and wanting one is plain. If there's a threat that requires more than brute strength, a weapon is a need. Otherwise, it's a want. It's a distinction muddier than defense versus offense, but in Maine's experience, it mostly amounts to the same.
Maybe Angela wanted to be prepared for any future threats. Maybe she wanted to inflict pain. He can't read her mind by the change in her expression, and he doesn't ask. Doesn't judge, either. He's been on both sides of it, and he isn't ashamed.
He's not quite sure if she's asking whether he wants to see the weapon or the power, but he's curious either way. Gives her a nod in answer, then steps back slightly. It might look like he's wary, but his body language is relaxed: he's just giving her space. ]
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Maybe Angela wanted to be prepared for any future threats. Maybe she wanted to inflict pain. He can't read her mind by the change in her expression, and he doesn't ask. Doesn't judge, either. He's been on both sides of it, and he isn't ashamed.
He's not quite sure if she's asking whether he wants to see the weapon or the power, but he's curious either way. Gives her a nod in answer, then steps back slightly. It might look like he's wary, but his body language is relaxed: he's just giving her space. ]