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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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[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.]

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