You two hang back, he said to Corey and Sam. Maya, make Kenjii stay with them. Excuse me? Corey said. Sam and I aren't going to scare-- Four teenagers and a dog will scare any old guy, Daniel said. So will two guys. So will… He glanced at Sam. Thanks, she said. You know what I mean. Maya's friendly. And she can keep her cool. I'm not sure that's any less insulting, Sam muttered.
In the dialogue, Daniel directs Corey and Sam to remain behind while instructing Maya to keep Kenjii with them. Corey expresses his confusion and insists that he and Sam aren't intimidating, implying their harmlessness. However, Daniel argues that even four teenagers with a dog can be perceived as threatening to an older person, suggesting that their youthfulness might unnaturally amplify their presence.
Sam responds with a sarcastic acknowledgment, as it seems she is not entirely pleased with Daniel's characterizations. Maya, portrayed as friendly and calm, is suggested to handle the situation well; however, Sam feels undermined and implies that these remarks might be just as insulting, revealing her discomfort with the dynamics at play within their group.
