A pity that Tim isn’t the smiling sort by default. Or maybe it’s a blessing; honestly, the shape of his face doesn’t feel like it lends itself very well to joviality. That might end up spooking people more than it does appeasing them, or making hjm seem any more innately approachable.

“Won’t last us long in an actual crisis.” Moving on seems the more agreeable option, though Ray’s exuberant use of the term “team” nearly makes him wince.

“You, uh...sure. Team.” That’s not, you know, terrifying on a few levels. “I guess we’ll hsve to be. And, uh, moving on, too.”

Except, right, there’s that little hitch.

“...you gonna actually make the jump this time, or am I gonna need to pull you out again?”