if i think i can figure things out, is that curiosity or arrogance?

That got a smile out of Billy as he shook his head. "No, it's a question of my abilities. Over the weekend, you liked me because I wanted you to. Because... well, I guess I made it happen, with my powers," he said. "And if you didn't feel any different than normal..."

Topher was a smart guy, surely he could see where that train of thought went.