Of course. [ jim reaches out, squeezing spock's clothed arm briefly. ] I know he's important to you. [ basically family, really. chris had been there for spock when his own father refused to be. ] I'd tell you the whole story, but.. [ well, they both know why he's not supposed to. though if they don't figure out how to leave this place, it may not matter for much longer.

he takes a deep breath--thankfully fully congestion-free now--and releases it in a sigh, then nods in the direction of the rest of the town. ]

Anyway, I was heading that way to see what else is here. I figure we can walk and talk if that works for you. [ and if spock has questions, he can answer them.. possibly. they can also decide on a plan of action from here out. ]