Horizon Ridge The Eyes of Another

Pied held back a groan when Hawkeye revealed her feelings toward Rob. "Hawkeye," she rebuked gently, "you deserve so much more than a womanizing jerk. Because I don't care what you say to defend him—that's exactly what he is." She paused, her lips pursed, and then continued. "Don't settle. Don't go for him just because he's the first to show interest. I know I sort of did that but Kisu is sweet, respectful and honorable, unlike Rob..."

When Hawkeye held her gaze, Pied sighed, seeing her sister's anguish. "You really deserve so much better than him. If you can't help yourself, at least whip him into proper shape before you do anything else, okay? He shouldn't speak to anyone the way he spoke to me, especially if the two of you get involved..."

She didn't like it, one bit, yet Pied felt that offering this advice was a compromise and she had a feeling if she simply badmouthed Rob, Hawkeye wouldn't listen. She clearly thought quite a lot of him, as her behavior indicated, so Pied knew she had to treat the subject delicately or risk upsetting or alienating her friend.