Xavier met Ryder with a still level look. 
That 'death wish' remark furthered his internal unease, reminding him how carefully he still ought to tread.

Perhaps they had made a critical misstep before . .Yes, even without this conversation Xavier did feel responsibility for the scene that had transpired in the forest.

It surprised him to hear her mention "NewCastle", though his face gave little away. For all he appeared, and all he would answer to, he may've missed it. 
[color=#7393B3]"You absolutely shouldn't."[/color]

[color=#7393B3]"Indeed, with the life you've been subjected to, another moment of it in a place which does not feel right, where you do not feel safe,"[/color] his eyes closed as he shook his head.

Then carefully chose his next words, [color=#7393B3]"but there may well be something here for you. . .[/color] left unsaid was how he could be here for her. . .Xavier knew, at this time, she didn't care. Perhaps, she would even be more offended by the proposal. Instead, he added in nearly the same breath, [color=#7393B3]"safety enough, at least, to take you through the rest of your recovery. A conclusion you've already come to, if I'm not mistaken, or I would have to question why any of us are still here."[/color]