Between the on-edge instincts of his new Icelandic friend and the heavy, somber topic being passed back and forth, any sane person would think twice about getting in the middle of those two.

Family. Blood relations? Despite their contrasting backgrounds it could be possible with their fair hair, but everything Thorfinn was saying hinted at something else, a different manner of relationship. Jess didn't ask. None of his business.

He nodded at the woman. Given Thorfinn was obviously working to familiarize himself with English, Jess appreciated the attempt at introductions and shot a smile at him. He couldn't even hold it against the guy for slapping the "new" label on him. "Thanks, mate."