[John's very aware of that hand reaching for him, once again coiled to strike, but he looks down in surprise when no touch comes. The symbolism is definitely not lost on him - fire rendered useless by their unique skin, fueled by him, nullified by Petre. It's a gesture of camaraderie and one of control.
Sucking in a breath through clenched teeth, he finally jerks his hand away and puts out the flame with his customary snuffing gesture, fingers folded into his palm. A fist. Not totally lacking in symbolism either.]
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Sucking in a breath through clenched teeth, he finally jerks his hand away and puts out the flame with his customary snuffing gesture, fingers folded into his palm. A fist. Not totally lacking in symbolism either.]