[He looks up, startled by her touch. His balance isn't altered, so he knows that she didn't use her power. It helps ground him, at least enough to correct some of his pathetic trembling.

Even so, he's caught between two distressing thoughts.]

Aren't you angry? Everyone hates me, because I can't send them home. [And then adding, in a more desperate tone;] Please don't tell anyone. I'm sorry for being selfish, but please.