"Physically, it's only ever a problem when I've borrowed other mutants' powers and used them," she answered. "That can be pretty exhausting. But the real strain was always mental, from having to deal with new psyches being in my head, or old ones being strengthened with a new touch."

But she didn't feel him in her head. Perhaps it was another side effect of their similar abilities. Whatever the reason, she was grateful for it. "Touching you doesn't bother me that way, though."