[ Nathan's mind has not been graced with Charles' voice since the time on the bridge -- it is equal parts testing that he is still able to, without effort, as it is utilising the ability to pass on information beneath the current of vocal unease and conversation murmuring through the group.
If Nathan looks around, he won't find Charles. Not unless he makes a show of peering towards the very back of the group. ]
You're doing great. Keep it together.
[ Not Charles' usual choice of words. A deliberate echo of sentiment. ]
encroaching on 2.
If Nathan looks around, he won't find Charles. Not unless he makes a show of peering towards the very back of the group. ] [ Not Charles' usual choice of words. A deliberate echo of sentiment. ]