[he'll just pat you gently on the shoulder, poor boy. yes it's hard being you...

but mention of certain 'hardships' others have endured sobers him some, and his gaze follows his friend's.]

...Mm. I'm just fine...

I was lucky to find Esther and Cain with me in very short time. We've been holing up here for the most part. Since neither of them have any special immunities or regenerative abilities, it's important to keep them safe. [not all of us can hax heal ok Mr. Chiropteran.]

Charles... do you have any idea what's going on?