[ Trahearne smiles slightly, though he keeps his gaze trained out the window. Phantom's presence is a comfort, and he truly appreciates his patience. Having to process all of this--never knowing he was going to have to process any of this to begin with, considering his circumstances--is a lot. Though he had already gone over most of it earlier, alleviating that weight from his chest, that still didn't mean his tangle of emotions had been dealt with.

It takes a while for him to speak up, long enough that he starts on a second cup of tea. His voice is hoarse and his expression riddled with guilt. ]

I...made a mistake. [ It isn't quite the thing they have in common, but he'll get there. It's just what's on his mind right now. ] One that cost countless lives. I know I mustn't give what the voice said any benefit of the doubt, but I can't help but feel--

[ Like it's my fault.

He won't finish his sentence, though. He drops his gaze to the cup and takes a slow sip to calm himself. ]