Not once did William have any thoughts of being neglected. Quite the opposite, in fact; if anything, he's felt more privileged than ever, simply to be here and watch the two men he cares for most in the act of —

Well.

Caring about each other.

He blinks, broken out of his silent, staring reverie, and looks at Archie first. Then Horatio. Then Archie again. Eventually, he's able to make himself nod, lips parting slightly. He even finds a few words.

"Yes, ah — of course."