[It's a fact that certainly isn't helping matters. Xavier's confusion remains, mostly because, well...]

There is no need to apologise. I am an incomplete work, but I am taken care of by Pieces, who is working diligently to correct the errors.

[That's not at all what Connor meant, but maybe that's best. Xavier steps closer to Connor, perhaps curious.]

Your compassion is appreciated, Connor. I am uncertain how to repay it at this juncture, but if there is something that I can do to assist you, I will endeavour to do so.