"It's alright," Jon's reply comes softly, a bit tense, as well. Unpracticed. This has fallen off of the script that he's found himself so comfortable with, and he's adjusting as they go. Shen Qingqiu's good at that, catching him off guard.

But it isn't any trouble - it shouldn't be, really. He's receiving the information, even with delay, even if that which drives his instincts pushes him on to get what he can from the man at his weakest.

"These things find details you, yourself, may not have been aware of, or things that your mind stores away for safe keeping. Usually the Fear will keep you talking, and let you come undone later, once you've said all you need to. Not sure if that would have been easier for you, and if so, I'm sorry. But, regardless, you're--- welcome to take the time you need."