This is why he needs a gal who plans ahead. Balance doesn't just happen. Too many people get hurt when heroes try to find their balance by happy accident.

"I've tried to be careful," she points out. There's a little chiding to her voice--this is new to him, not her. She's had time to think about these things. And if there's a truth tax, it's clearly hers to pay.

Verity stays quiet while she studies his expression. The fact he's terrified is probably a good thing, but she doesn't want to press it too hard. She'll try to be gentle. "Yeah, but will Matt really allow other people to get involved in the fight? Just. Let's just assume that people will find out what he does eventually. Plan for that."