[ Well, it's not as if there was any easier way to break this to Cassian. Jack realizes that it likely seems out of character for him after he's spent years being so careful, covering his tracks, and doing everything possible to ensure the the rest of the Kestrels also stayed out of trouble.

Everyone hits a breaking point, though.

So, after a too-long pause, he nods. ] Yeah, it was part of the plan. I knew something had to change, and that meant taking a risk.

[ Aware that Cassian is going to be (more) angry, Jack tries his best to cut right through that, taking a quick step toward him as he nods. ]

It's good to know it'll be you watching my back from out here.