[ ...oh. That sounded practical, and Sylar is nodding along with John's instructions. There's still a part of him that wonders whether John has an angle he hasn't considered, something like Elle did. But he'll analyze the conversation later and decide then.

The talk about half-rations gets a smile out of him. It's a little less smirk-y than usual. ]

You don't have to tell me twice. At least I know I can get by that way.

[ He stiffens up slightly, looking like he's trying to figure out how to word something. ]

...thanks. You didn't have to help me like this. I'll try to keep myself focused on the constructive.