See, Jon? Old dogs can learn new tricks, they can get through this.

For Jess' part, it's maybe more of a case of a young dog learning new tricks, but considering that waterproofing animal hide isn't something he's ever had to put into practice before this, he thinks getting this far is a sign that those of them here less experienced can grow the skills they need to keep up with the weather. That said, Jess is still grateful he's a fast learner. Very grateful indeed.

Jon's observation was surprisingly on point and unconsciously Jess' eyes flared with interest. "Oh yeah?" He didn't often think of himself as a transparent person, easy to know with his passions on his sleeve, but then didn't everyone think of themselves as more mysterious than they actually were? It was true, either way. Books and the endless troves of ideas contained within them had called to him from the first day his father had put an original book in his chubby infant hands.

"I don't think I know the term. What's the Watch?"