[ He breathes a sigh of relief when he feels the pressure holding him against the bulkhead disappears, but he stays tense, alert. Apparently Charlie had come to his own conclusions, for which he was glad. ]

I take it you're a Mover.

[ Although he knew that already. No need to let the ignorant front drop. ]

I'm not going to ask what your circumstances are, but for my part, I left our system a long time ago. Several decades by now, actually. I understand better than anyone the need to escape that place, and so long as you're with me, no one will force you to return.

[ He takes a wary step forward. ]

I am not asking for absolute trust. Given what seems to have happened to you tonight, I understand your caution. But I ask you to at least trust me until after your injuries have been seen to.