[Sugar is great. Sugar with even more sugar in the form M&Ms is even better, and if there's one thing Hunter is finding the human realm does well, it's sugary foods.

He listens as he eats, finding Elliot having come up with a plan for the rest of the day incredibly reassuring. It means he isn't going to be left alone with his thoughts, which is the last thing he wants.]

Alright. I have some reports I need to finish for Zodiac, but they haven't given me any new assignments yet. [They were a little more concerned about those tests, and getting the paperwork about his death sorted out.] I'll have time to fit violin practice in, that won't be a problem.

[He fiddles with his spoon a little bit, then adds:] I'm sure I can use the additional practice.