4.He could smirk because he likes you, but I wouldn't assume that much.

I'm sure by now you realize that any time I tried to conceal myself on the ship he knew exactly where I was and would tell me to go away.

I'd moisten my lips getting ready to argue my defense for why I should be included in whatever plans he'd be making with Imam, but he would just say, "Jack don't argue with me," in that special tone of voice and I'd back down.

Looking back now I wish I had had the guts to shout at him, to demand to be heard.

But that's why hindsight is a bitch.