"Well, it’s just symbolic. That’s the best you can say about it. I’m a scientist! I’m a scientist, and I’m doing political spin." Van ran his hands over the lengthening bristles covering his cheeks. "Okay, maybe I have to do that. Maybe there’s no choice. But that doesn’t mean I’ve gotta do that to you. Never to you. I want to look after you while we’re here. That’s what I want, okay? And you, too, Ted. It should be about you, and me, and Ted."