havensmechanic:

It had been a sudden surprise for Keira, but suddenly she was swung over Jak’s broad shoulder, and it took her a moment to process this before she started pounding on his back with her fists. 

“Jak Mar, you will put me down right now- this is the fourth time this month! If I told you once I’ve told you a thousand times I can take care of myself!”

Of course that was a huge lie- the girl was absolutely ragged. There was zoomer oil smeared all over her face from accidentally dozing off with her hands on her face, and she hadn’t eaten all day. 

“Keira.” His voice wasn’t raised, but the tone he used made it seem twice as loud. He rarely talked period, even rarer were the occasions that worry showed through his words. He didn’t say another word as he carried her out of the garage, heading for the rec area in the center of the mobile garage facility. First, food. Then rest.