Zerxus shifts a little, to welcome that weight and keep looking at Kahl. Tempus's wing lowers, blanketing them in stars.

"She seemed - very skittish, the first time we met. Which was obviously on purpose." There's a wry twist to his voice, but no true resentment. "...I should have realised you would be watching. I should have been more careful."

He considers everyone on the Barge, especially inmates, his responsibility - but his obligation to Kahl is a tier above.