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[jacksonian]

[ Can you get guard-tigers? This isn't the time or the place to consider that. But something to file away for later. He'd definitely look cool if he had a guard-tiger. ]

Yeah, well. Like I said. I don't want you ending up in trouble.

[ Nailed it????? Friendship?????????? Fake-friendship...? ]

Uh, I appreciate the invitation to the party, anyway. I'll definitely come.

[slightlyoffchilt]

I look forward to seeing you there.

[Because it would be a fertile opportunity to discuss this matter further, specifically concerning Mark's fixation and apparent surge in explicit empathy. Given Mark's social anxiety, a party was the best ambush footing, and both topics warranted psychiatric investigation -- ideally with an unprepared Mark. As Chilton maintained the distinction of being Mark's psychiatrist, he was perfectly positioned.]

Bravo, again, on the social progress. Remember: even small steps denote accomplishment. And we can discuss the next steps in your upcoming session.

[jacksonian]

[ Mark's fingers just about itch with the impulse to get up, get going, find Illyan, see if it truly was him - but he forces himself to be patient. He takes his time answering: ]

Yeah. That sounds good. We're scheduled for next week, right? I'll see you then.

[slightlyoffchilt]

I will ensure that Mr. Mantle welcomes you in with open arms. [A beat. He cleared his throat, ready to clarify:] So to speak.