Charles always knows what to say. He knows just what words and what tone will calm Jacob down, ease tensions before they become too much. He does it now, without thinking, without any hesitation, his fingers holding Jacob close so he can breathe in the solid reassurance that is Charles Smith.

He makes a soft noise, in mute agreement. They found each other. Somehow all of them ended up together again, and while he doesn't understand how that could have happened, he is more grateful for the fact than he can say.

"Hopefully we never have to again. Once was enough."