"Uh." Nathan blinked, surprised. "I -- I mean, I don't know. You've surprised me, Anders. I hadn't really thought of that."

Hadn't even considered the possibility. He scratched the back of his neck.

"It's a good idea," he said sincerely after some thought. "Can I think about it? I don't want you to think that means I'll say no. Or that it's anything to do with you, please. I'm just surprised, that's all. I'd just like to consider it, make sure I won't wreck things. That's all."