Perhaps it would be clear, both in Aurus's expression when Hank suggested that he share this view with Charles and also in a certain fleeting look at the proposal of dropping him by Charles' class, that there was some subtle and complex interest there that stretched beyond mere fraternity.

At any rate, Aurus likewise finished his last bite and last swallow of coffee, declining the invitation to go along to Hank's class. "If this has been any indication," he gave a general nod of his head to indicate the dining room and the student body at large, "I think I'd better not--not unless you want your class hopelessly distracted, at any rate. Besides, Charles and I have a conversation to continue." One which Aurus was clearly looking forward to.

"And you and I will have a volcano to make later on." Don't think he'd forget.