[ That Will not only accepted James moving into his personal space, but welcomed it, was another nuanced nod to the progress of their relationship. Of course the same could be said for James' willingness to come into that personal space.

Baby steps but big steps all the same.

Relaxing back in his chair, relaxing back closer to James, Will leaned his head back so he could look up at the other man. ]

I think the saying about horses and water is applicable here. Even if the class was mandatory, people who weren't prepared to listen, still wouldn't listen. Or else they'd listen and find a way to justify their opinion to themselves.

[ He reached up and rubbed his eyes with his fingers, thinking back to how many times he'd tried to tell Jack that the Ripper was right under his nose and Jack refused to listen. Good times.

Lowering his hand, he folded them both over his abdomen and slouched in order to more comfortably stare at James. ]

Anything particular have you out and about tonight? Or were you making the rounds? [ The question came in a soft tone and was phrased in such a way that it allowed James to 'talk' or deflect, depending upon his comfort level. ]