We heard about Seattle. It seemed best, after everything that happened. Seattle has a lot of bad memories for Jordan now. Mulder lays his hand on Black's shoulder. For you, too.
Kids are resilient.
Don't spend all your time dealing with Jordan's problems and none with your own. That's part of what got Patterson. By the way, you haven't introduced me to your friend. Mulder keeps his hand on Black's shoulder, a nonverbal reminder that he is not going to drop the topic just because Black changed the subject. His other hand moves to the small of Scully's back as he ushers her closer to Black.