"Your offer is generous and I'm grateful that you think so highly of me considering what my partner did to you, but I need some more time to think about this and discuss it with the members of my company before making a decision."
Even after Avery explained his goal and why he wanted Burke to join him, the man could not bring himself to make a definitive choice.
On the one hand, the prospect would allow him to continue being a mercenary, though in a far different fashion from what he was used to.
Avery's ambition was also grand. Burke had dreamed of growing his own force since he started putting his band of mercenaries together years ago. Yet, recent events with Doyle had put a stop to pretty much any growth. His team had been mostly stagnant thanks to a dip in their reputation.
Remorse was another factor holding Burke back.
No matter what Avery said to try and lessen his guilt, the emotions were still there eating away at him.
