Kent's thoughts were interrupted by the sound of his door opening. He lifted his head, expecting to see Scott, but instead, Nicolai walked in.

"Nick." Kent said, rising from his seat.

Nicolai settled into the chair opposite Kent. "What's going on, Kent? You've been MIA for a while. Everything okay?"

Kent sat back down, releasing a deep breath. "I'm fine, sorry I haven't had time to visit."

Nicolai's gaze lingered on Kent's face, his expression unreadable. "No worries, but I can tell ...