[The distance was what he was more familiar with, more reminiscent to how Spock was when they met. Lupin nodded in acknowledgement and understanding, but all the while he had to admit to appreciating the strange friendship they were forming. A part of his mind still wavered on accepting it, but he was willing to try.

That was important, right?]

...I'm not trained for this sort of thing, you know. It's not something I've ever experienced before, but I've always been able to focus when under pressure.

That helped, but it was overwhelming at first.