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[The communicator is set a certain distance away, revealing Jocelyn in her wheelchair, hands folded in her lap.]

Hello. For those I haven't met, I'm Dr. Jocelyn Xavier, and I've something of an offer.

Before I arrived here, I worked with traumatised people – those who experienced war, torture, abduction, abuse. I helped them come to terms with their pain and work through it.

[She leans forward slightly, speaking intently.]

There is no shame in needing help. Goodness knows I've needed it myself.

[As she settles back...]

I thought there may be others among us who did as well, so I thought I would offer. I've doctorates in psychology and psychiatry, and several years of practical experience.

[The slightest hesitation, ingrained and instinctive.]

In the interest of full disclosure, I am a telepath. I do not, however, like to probe minds without permission. Whether you would like it to be part of your sessions is entirely up to your discretion.

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My boyfriend in Bete Noire was a therapist.

[Her eyes widen slightly.]

Was he?

[A slight, soft smile.]

He must have had his hands full, in such a place.

He did. But he liked it a lot. It made him the happiest to be helping people.

He sounds like a fine young man.

He was.

[ Pause. ]

He... also used to help me through some stuff.

[Her expression softens as she nods.]

How was that going?

[Someone is once again down ensconced with the books. When he hears this offer he can't help turning on the video and just giving Jocelyn an amused look.

The comment is in the arch of his eyebrows. Does she honestly believe that this group of stubborn hard heads are going to willingly admit to psychological issues?]

[She arches her eyebrows right back. It's a subtle difference in expression; It's worth a shot.]

[He'll give a gentle chuckle, expressions sliding into something that resembles a look of; 'ever optimistic']

[A slight, rueful shrug. 'I try'.

Her faint smile flickers. She's not as good at it, lately.]

[Have a perplexed Toad, Jocelyn.]

Dude, you're a shrink, too?

[He's not sure whether to laugh or run away.]

[A slight, wry grin.] I didn't mention?

Nope. You kinda missed that part in the whole... explainin' deal.

[He's settling on amusement, and there's chuckling in the background. Well, snickering. Todd doesn't do chuckling well.]

Huh.

I'll... keep that in mind.

[Pietro looks thoughtful. And a little suspicious. What else is new?]

[Her eyes widen, and then she smiles, soft and slight.]

Thank you. My door is always open.

[Sorry to get your hopes up, Jocelyn!]

Uh... no. Not for me. But if my sister ever shows up here? We might... need to talk.

[For Wanda's sake? He'd be willing to get a Xavier to help. That and he really, really didn't want to be skinned alive, or whatever else she had planned if it turned out she still remembered that she hated him.]

[Damn. She won't show her disappointment, though, merely nodding.]

I see. I'd be more than willing to help her, whatever she needs.

[She arches an eyebrow, then, smiling slightly.]

You are welcome to come round just to talk, though, if you've ever a free moment. We have...ah...well. We have tea. [Yes, she looks faintly sheepish. Enjoy that, Pietro.]

[Hey, it's not like Pietro has any unresolved issues! Nope, not him.]

Good. I'll hold you to that if you ever get to see what you're dealing with.

[He almost hopes she does, because somehow he doesn't think that their Xavier would be quite so helpful. And she needs somebody, that's for sure.]

[No, he's like Erik that way!]

Feel free. [Her voice is earnest and sincere. She'd want to help the girl even if she weren't Erik's daughter, but as things are - well, it's certainly added incentive.

After a moment, softly...]

Could you tell me a bit about her?

About Wanda? We'd be here forever. You probably don't want me to go into all that unless she actually shows up here.

[And talking about her is too close to talking about his own issues]

It seems increasingly likely she might, considering.

Maybe, maybe not.

[He wasn't quite sure which he was hoping for, to be honest.]

...fine. But not here. Not on the network.

[She nods.]

Where would you like to meet?

There anywhere private around?

[Hopefully where Erik won't be lurking around.]

Our house - such as it is - is fairly secluded.

[Her voice is soft, now, and a bit sad.] Erik takes a run in the mornings, if you want to avoid him.

He told you.

[Pietro looks irritated, but resigned. Of course everyone would know, now.]

I'll find you, then. In the morning some time. When I'm ready.

[He wasn't going to do this on her terms.]

Eventually. He's more torn about it than you may think.

[A slight smile, then, resigned amusement.]

Of course. Any time you like.

I'm sure.

Well, see you around, then. And this will be confidential.

Completely. [It's not exactly doctor-patient confidentiality, but. Close enough.]

[Intriguing.]

It is always polite to have permission to go probing minds, I suppose.

I do strive to be a gentleman.

I'd like to trade techniques, but I understand we're supposed to avoid discussing any details or even the general outline of abilities on this... network.

It would be better to do so in person, yes. I only admitted it so publicly because the Authorities already know.

I'll have to keep an eye out for you, then. I suppose you've just set yourself up to have a very busy schedule.

[A wry smile.] Assuming there are any takers.

So... you're a therapist?

[Excuse him he's still getting his legs here.]

I find it disturbing that such a thing would need to be stated.

[There's a moment's pause before she realizes that this might need clarifying.]

Ah - that you do not enter another's mind without permission.

I very well could, if I didn't have scruples. I like to assure people that I do. [Granted, they can be flexible scruples.]

I believe terming that sort of violation "unscrupulous" is a drastic understatement.

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