Telepathy? He files that away for later, wondering if it applies to the Brande he knows or not.

And as for Jeka's entirely understandable reaction to him staring... Brainy drops his gaze apologetically. "I'll think about it," he says. "But if you'd rather it not discussed, I can keep the information to myself."

One or two more minor adjustments and the device was ready for another test run. Hopefully one that wouldn't result in an explosion this time. "I should be able to try again," he answers. "But I can wait until later if need be." He doesn't want to put anyone at risk or make Jeka think she had to leave.