[ One must take it where they can, he surmises, when caught up in a place such as this. Life is incredibly strange where he comes from at the moment. The world holding a collective breath and expecting nuclear war. Charles is not yet certain if he appreciates this forced break in the progression of time. ]

I would reserve some here with me but I fear I would end up breaking them regardless. Some might think my thesis paper to be rooted in fiction but that is not the case.

[ Funny, yes? It's good. Find moments of levity in chaos. He quiets as she continues. He's surmised that there are all manner of mutants with a vast range of abilities. Perhaps even some he would find unable to fathom at first himself. ]

Hm. [ Quite the rationale. His mouth twists a little as he ponders over what she's offered thus far. ] Do you think it could be this Sodder? Or whoever, possibly whatever, might be holding her?

[ Her explanation is extraordinary, though. The way she thinks and her mind works to focus through the problem is astonishing, truly. ]

If one had the ability to exert the power of their own will and the creations of their own mind upon another, they could perhaps come up with a situation such as this. I've yet to sense anything like it either. [ A soft chuckle followed quickly by a gentle smile. ] Well, you are in good company then.

This place seems to have had an effect on the range of my abilities normally. Give yourself time. I'm sure you don't give yourself near as much credit as you should. Once you find true focus, the rest will fall into place.

[ A sigh and he drops his head towards his chest with a little shake of his head. ]

My apologies I ---hope that wasn't overstepping. I've been working to help others like us with their abilities. Much to my sister's utter delight if only so she might call me professor.

[ She enjoys teasing him. ]