"I would not trust anyone else with this particular experience." None of York's previous partners, were they present, would satisfy either of their needs or desires. After a moment, he nods.

It is about Locus, specifically. About the care and consideration he has shown, his loyalty, his vengeance. "Nor would I be so curious."

The callback to his first attempt at humor with Locus eases something in the back of Delta's mind, certainty returning to his stance. "I have always found you compelling. This is a logical extension of that aesthetic appreciation."