It's just a part of who I am, I don't feel the need for it to be displayed as more. I also don't wear a Kiss Me, I'm Irish shirt, either. Doesn't mean I'm not Irish, I just don't feel the need to advertise it.

Or that, sure.

It's the same dish. Only more intricate and nuanced.

I'm not offended, I promise. I was just giving an example that came to mind of what I meant. Sorry if it didn't come across like that.

I'm sure you don't.

Those burgers aren't balanced on the palate.

I'm not sick of you. I've just been told by other people that I ramble when I'm tired. I'm not even trying to argue, just trying to make sure my point is clear. I've tried to stop myself and recognize when I'm doing it since then. ... I've never thought about the rest of what you said, but there might be some truth to it. A more sensitive touch that you can't ignore is more like what I experience. Just everywhere all the time.

... I'm an asshole, Kate. I don't know if I could give it up for anyone. [He clearly couldn't for Foggy. Would Foggy want him to now though, in a state where Fisk is in charge? What about if he had a kid? Jack Murdock died for his morals. Matt respects that. It also left him alone at 9 in the world.]

Ha. Kirsten has a roasted corn recipe that involves hot chips as part of the coating. Well, her aunt does. I remind her that it's not hers, it's her aunt's. But she'd do the challenge with you. She drinks chilis for breakfast. My stomach can't.

Only you would come up with the Nipple Bandit. If that becomes a thing, I'm blaming you.

... no. I have a lot of respect for Captain America. Resisting the law when it's unjust? That's part of everyone's civic duty, but some are in a better position to follow through on it than others.

[Matt has SO MUCH respect for Cap. Both Caps. He's not a fanboy like Kate in general, but he will 100% geek out on Steve and Sam. He would follow their ideology of resist as a form of civic engagement and has found it inspirational.]

Kirsten is beyond amazing. It's not my story to tell, but you should hear from her about her life story sometime. Plus she has a way of listening that few do. She hears what most don't. ... she's given me more chances than I deserve. If I'm ever not around? She's your contact.

I don't seek out guilt anymore than I seek out tattoos. [A beat.] Do you have them? I wasn't insulting those that do if you have.

Just that I get Clint's view. On why he left. Might be an asshole to his family, by following his duty.

She did. She believes in the mission. Wouldn't be taking a pay cut otherwise.

It's a bit obvious, but from what little I know of tattoos, I think it's more what it means to you? An idea might be old, but an artist can make it new. It's more what you want on your body forever. I say this, only from having talks with clients to get them comfortable with me but also genuinely finding their perspective interesting.

[There is a long moment of silence. Matt wants this for Kate. For himself. To have it all. His history, though? He respects Kate too much to lie to her.] I don't know anyone who manages both. Well. Minus Danny and Colleen, who are both doing the same thing.

Danny's a goddamn unicorn who punched a dragon in the heart while living in Brigadoon, though.

[No, Matt's not letting him forget that shit.]

You're important, too. You care and have money.

It's a big commitment. I've heard horror stories about people regretting what tattoos they've gotten. So. A lot to consider.

Laura's been in this line of work, too? I don't know much about her, I admit.

You're not sitting on your ass, Kate. I can't picture you ever doing that.

Saying grace is usually reserved for the dinner table.

Gotcha. So, a spy. Can't say I know many of those. I'm more familiar with ninjas.

You brought in security I couldn't provide for Heather at the hospital. I might not have been able to take a piss otherwise.

A simple 'thank God' would probably suffice, I wouldn't qualify that as grace. It's more an expression than a literal prayer in that case.

Yeah. A lot of ninjas and mobsters.

I figured you wouldn't take the compliment on behalf of Heather, so.

That was our code, people just started using it, too. It became common vernacular. Like Christmas is celebrated by plenty of non-Christians these days. Which is fine by me. The more holiday spirit the better, when it's all well-meaning.

The blind guy makes a punchline out of them.

It wasn't the bare minimum to me. It meant everything in that moment. And not because of my bladder.

I love Christmas. I didn't always, but I've grown to appreciate it. And I've absolutely built a gingerbread house. I want to try making my own from scratch sometime. I always want to, but then run out of time to make the dough, so I just help the Nelsons make theirs. It gets very competitive. They don't give the blind man a decorating pass.

It does matter, and you were. I won't forget it. I hope I can be there for you in turn.