[And then he just stops. Every muscle simply locks up and he stares, like it's the first time he's actually looking at the person in front of him. He understands. He knows.
Besides, any sane person would back away when their life was potentially on the line. And sure, if they were comparing which one of them was more sane, the Doctor would win, but how much would he really be winning by?
He shakes his head as if to clear it. His senses are off. Everything is off; no doubt the Doctor wants to "fix him" but that's too invasive for the Master, no matter the terms they may have parted on.]
Of course. [He scowls quietly. The anger is fading from his voice.] Can't ever be free of you.
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Besides, any sane person would back away when their life was potentially on the line. And sure, if they were comparing which one of them was more sane, the Doctor would win, but how much would he really be winning by?
He shakes his head as if to clear it. His senses are off. Everything is off; no doubt the Doctor wants to "fix him" but that's too invasive for the Master, no matter the terms they may have parted on.]
Of course. [He scowls quietly. The anger is fading from his voice.] Can't ever be free of you.