[ Now, never let it be said that Derek isn't grateful for the amount of times that Stiles has gotten him out of trouble. He truly is. Heck, by this point he's probably done more for Derek than Scott ever has. Scratch that he has done more for him than the other werewolf, which goes to show something.

He’s trying to play ‘tough guy’ for a reason though. While he’s certain that Stiles has got the theory down, he’s still missing the follow-through. Understanding that little something that pushes a person forward is one thing, utilising it on demand is another.

Sure the off-rhythm movements are keeping Derek on his toes but they’re not catching him off-guard. One step forward, two steps back. ]

Fight me like you mean it. Like you want to hit me.

[ And just for good measure, despite the fact that he’ll regret the words immediately after. ]

I’m the guy who nearly allowed your dad to be ritually sacrificed. You came this close to becoming an orphan.