[ While van Zieks is composing himself, Trahearne takes the time to do the same. He inhales, turns to face away from the other, and runs his hand through his hair in a nervous habit. It's okay. Maybe? Van Zieks isn't yelling anymore, which is a good thing.

And when he starts talking, he turns around again to face him, notably calmer now.

Ah, so he isn't alone in this. Trahearne opens his mouth to say something when van Zieks keeps talking, and... ]

O-oh. [ It's very quiet. Again he reaches up to run a hand through his leaves, partially out of embarrassment. He wasn't looking for a review, but here they are. ] Then, I suppose, under different circumstances...

[ ...Wait. What is he saying? ??? Never mind. He shakes his head. ]

I...did not realise behaviour changes were such a common occurrence.