I--I didn't for that! [which is true; he only meant to make eye contact to show Jamie he was serious. but he was also hoping the empathy might tell him more about what's happened to his friend. he shudders at what he does feel, but perhaps even more alarming is when those feelings suddenly disappear. Oliver blinks, startled. he stares at Jamie. they're certainly maintaining eye contact, but...there's nothing there. it's like being around Irving--or the Doctor with his shield up. it takes Oliver a second to think of what this might mean, or more importantly what to do. he does try to pull away from Jamie, but his friend is not only in a better position but also stronger. and at that statement, Oliver's blood runs cold] ...what?
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