There's a flicker of unease in the cosmonaut's expression at that β he's extremely cautious who he divulges information to. He still doesn't know who he can trust. But.... Arthur's even directly interacted with his little... problem, and he's been an invaluable source of support and advice. Konstantin trusts Arthur.
"I suppose it's better, ultimately, if things are out on the table. ....Safer," he offers. He's not sure how the alien might react to something like John β with hostility? Or maybe... curiosity? It seems awfully curious by new entities. It's a strange, lost thing, so far from its home, surrounded by the human species. It might even be docile towards John, the way it is towards the Doctor, seeking out anything alien and familiar.
To John's remark, he gives an empathetic nod. "Arthur's told me how much the two of you were.. manipulated, by outside forces. You must be relieved to have more autonomy here."
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"I suppose it's better, ultimately, if things are out on the table. ....Safer," he offers. He's not sure how the alien might react to something like John β with hostility? Or maybe... curiosity? It seems awfully curious by new entities. It's a strange, lost thing, so far from its home, surrounded by the human species. It might even be docile towards John, the way it is towards the Doctor, seeking out anything alien and familiar.
To John's remark, he gives an empathetic nod. "Arthur's told me how much the two of you were.. manipulated, by outside forces. You must be relieved to have more autonomy here."