"You're too invested in my s-social life." Jonathan mocked before he picked up his book again and wondered, idly, if it was worth it. If it was worth trying to bond, to meet fellow humans, to engage. He didn't want to talk to Edward but he could watch Edward. He could study him. He could enjoy him from afar.

"I will try. For the report." Then Holden would have some positive news to give to his supervisor. A win-win for both of them.