[ If this were a table bearing an assortment of coffee, Yesod might have had less faith in Chesed's ability to resist the unsettling urge to heed its call. As it is, it troubles him that they need to actively stay on their guard; he plans to pursue further analysis of these latest developments, but he would preferably have the means to retain full control of his thoughts and actions. ]

I am not in the habit of drinking anything produced by an unknown source.

[ But he seats himself in a chair beside Chesed, placing his notebook down in front of him, his pen next to it. For the time being, they can only wait and monitor any changes in Chesed's condition. ]

Do you have any questions before I ask mine?