For all the fanfare about getting new powers, not all of them are that great. [he doesn't know what kind of power v has, new or old, but it's clear that he had no desire whatsoever to exchange it.] Mine helps me concentrate better. Which, I mean, I'm the least distracted person in the world.

[his small attempt at humor, knees being jogged and his curled fists having unfurled into light, rhythmic taps against his jeans.]

[the smile craned on his face falls somewhat flat in awkwardness.]

What kind of power did you have before?