"I'm not saying that's definitely the case," Jim says carefully, "but we need to be cautious. Consider all the angles. It could be a coincidence, or it could be deliberate action, but either way, it won't hurt to be careful."

He's learned firsthand the consequences that can come from rushing in, blood running hot and critical thinking turned off, assuming he knew what was going on. He doesn't want to see Hunter have to learn the same lesson.