The rain starts to sting against his skin again, and still Reeve doesn't lower his hands. It isn't until Donnie's own hands loosen that Reeve opens his eyes and lowers his own hands away.

"I've been through what this place does for laughs a few times. I've learned the best option is to not engage unless you're invited to. And that was most definitely not invited. Come on. Let's get to shelter, take a few minutes to dry off and recuperate, and come up with a plan."

Because, frankly, he would rather not be in the library when the storm lets up. Getting the sudden burst of Jon's power after being already emotionally shaken up is not comfortable for some people. Reeve's gotten used to it, but Donnie might not be ready for it.