Mmm, I think one of the few times where we see him initiating things is during that concert where he's wasted to the point that even Joe is like 'what the fuck, Billy? get your act together'. (He rubs his head against Joe's back.)
That's true. But that's the only one I can think of. Maybe his aloofness breaks down when he's more vulnerable (like, drunk... or kicked out of Jenifur). *pets Billy*
On the other hand (and despite the fact that he's outwardly so passive/neutral) throughout most of the movie, no one can deny that Billy and Joe share a bond that few people can even attempt to break through. Even in his general, well, aloofness, he will back Joe up (punching the dude who tries to hit Joe in one of the concerts) no matter what (going ahead with the lie about Bucky Haight even though it's obvious it won't be long before it gets revealed as a hoax). Notice how he doesn't tell Joe off for insulting the reporter.
*nodsnodsnods* Very true.
Perhaps, Joe is all about PDAs while Billy likes to keep it behind closed doors? Adding an extra layer of tension to their dynamic. Maybe this is part of the reason why Joe didn't want to sell out?
Well, that's certainly the premise in some Joe/Billy fic. But if that's why Joe didn't want to sell out, it would mean Joe was protecting Billy in a way. Kind of romantic. Ah, Joe.
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That's true. But that's the only one I can think of. Maybe his aloofness breaks down when he's more vulnerable (like, drunk... or kicked out of Jenifur). *pets Billy*
*nodsnodsnods* Very true.
Well, that's certainly the premise in some Joe/Billy fic. But if that's why Joe didn't want to sell out, it would mean Joe was protecting Billy in a way. Kind of romantic. Ah, Joe.