[As soon as Check is is called, M!James assesses the situation as if he were the one playing chess against the Red Queen. He's satisfied when the Queen of Hearts makes the logical move - to place him in between his team's King, and the invading Queen, River Tam.
Calmly, he walks over and takes his place between them. He should logically be fearing his own death, since he could easily be taken by River in the position he's in. But, he doubts it. Based on where they are, River would only be captured by Elizabeth. It would be a pointless move that would not help either side.
Still, he turns to face her, wand pointed at the ready. The light normally present in the Real James' face is not here - it's as if it's been snuffed out like a candle. Instead he stares, harsh and unwavering.]
You must be River. You should hope your Queen moves you quickly.
[Because if not, Mirror James will not hesitate when inevitably moved.]
56: Black Queen (mirror!James Potter) to E8
Calmly, he walks over and takes his place between them. He should logically be fearing his own death, since he could easily be taken by River in the position he's in. But, he doubts it. Based on where they are, River would only be captured by Elizabeth. It would be a pointless move that would not help either side.
Still, he turns to face her, wand pointed at the ready. The light normally present in the Real James' face is not here - it's as if it's been snuffed out like a candle. Instead he stares, harsh and unwavering.]
You must be River. You should hope your Queen moves you quickly.
[Because if not, Mirror James will not hesitate when inevitably moved.]