They'd all butted heads with Reginald in their own ways, really -- except Luther, Ben -- Klaus had become more brazen with his rebellion, Diego had become more and more of a belligerent brat, Allison had gotten away from them as quickly as possible ... Five being there wouldn't have changed that, as far as Klaus is concerned.

He notes the way Five settles, the way his brother leans back against him this time. It feels strange in the best way, the easy comfort and the fact that he actually believes him when he says he'll be there. His breath comes out shaky, but he brings a hand up to squeeze Five's shoulder.

"Okay. I hope you're excited to have sympathy nightmares," it's just barely teasing, but at least it's got some of the usual Klaus in those words.