"Agent Washington has seen first hand how soldiers that isolate themselves become a danger to those around them. He only explained what he knew when York came to him, confused with the incomplete picture you gave. If he truly wished your association to end? There are simpler ways of seeing it done." Perhaps it is a good time to attempt humor?

He gauges the moment and, well, as his example of when is and is not appropriate is York chooses to move forward.

"Bullets, as I understand, are quite final and more efficient than social manipulation."