why are you so petrified of silence

”Peter.” Unlike Peter, Loren’s voice wasn’t concerned, his expression wasn’t distressed. In fact, both were fairly blank. Although the healer's mental walls were down, the adopted Launceleyn wouldn't get anything from Loren's mind. Because it too was rather empty. It certainly wouldn't answer the question buried deep in his name. "No need to apologize." Stepping aside, he began to walk past the other man. However, Peter's offer stopped the healer in his tracks. Loren glanced over his shoulder and considered the spymaster for a long moment. "I was looking for a library. If you could give me directions to one, I'd appreciate it." It didn't sound very grateful or enthusiastic, but at least the healer had responded. LOREN Not quite an open book