Oh, I did, thanks.
That still didn't please me.
Ugh! That was only an idea. But, I think I have another.
My face wiped clear, open to the new thought.
Well, did you ever think of using your gift?
Hmmm... as a matter of fact, I haven't.
I'd completely forgotten my special talent of immortality. I could influence thoughts, make them my own. It took a little effort to keep people constantly agreeing with my implanted thoughts. Such a pain. I looked at Donovan's paper, again. Now it had some new content on it.
If I can read her mind and sense danger, I'll warn you. You can use your gift to direct her a different way. Problem solved. You won't even need to get close to her. How smart am I?.