( Geralt doesn't need to finish the question — Dean's already shaking his head. Part of him thinks he should probably be annoyed or offended, but frankly? He can't muster up the energy for either. He's just tired.

And... yeah, starting to admit to himself that it's a reasonable question to ask, considering the bandit thing. )

No, not- no. They're just salty about some bar fights. Basically told me to take it outside city limits next time, and gave me a two day slap on the wrist. It's fine.

( Granted, those 'bar fights' never would have happened in the first place if it weren't for the mark, but... still. He's not crossing lines. Not yet. )