[ She finds it easier to speak when she's not looking at Chilton; even if he's engaging her back, replying and prodding, the illusion of solitude helps. For that reason, she misses the way his attention refocuses on that miniature mask.

Still, a reply takes time to come for that question. ]

The former, I think. I should think the other option too volatile, considering... the people on the other side of those walls don't realize they're there. What's being held back.