That's not necessarily a bad thing. I know someone who'd say something along the lines of different perspectives being equally important.

[ That Charles will struggle is guaranteed. Even more so because he's going to cling to his pride and refuse help on principle. Maybe not on all things, but on enough things that it's bound to become frustrating. Erik doesn't know if he's learned enough patience to deal with that peacefully— or quietly. Only time will tell.

He climbs out of the van once they're parked, looking over the paint job yet again with an amused smile. He waits until Charles is by his side to start walking towards the supermarket. ]

I wish I could tell you it'll be a pleasant experience, but it probably won't be.

[ It's too chaotic here, and there are so many people. If it bothers Erik, he can't even begin to imagine the hell of having to listen to all their minds echoing inside his head. ]