It might have been, after all, couldn't have him overthinking things could he? Another, softer smile graced his lips as he watched him struggle to keep up that brave face. Oh, for the longest time on the Valiant he had been left to wonder if he'd truly broken any part of the Fact.

Now he knew and reveled in the knowledge. Another victory, however small. Soon he'd be able to bare his mind and see just how deep the scars went. See how truly damaged the brave Captain was.

"I believe I answered that. You have a habit of repeating yourself but repetition gets you nowhere and it certainly doesn't allow you into my good graces."