[even now, this 'being the strange kid in love with magic' makes wanda a little wary, but not because of jayce. rather, it's because of wanda's more careful associations with anyone who is interested in magic—in cosmic powers they can't control.

something jayce does have going for himself is the fact that he is viktor's friend, and wanda understands that viktor doesn't want to use magic for his own selfish gain nor destruction.

besides, it must be incredibly character-building to have your life and your mother's saved by a mage. in contrast, her family was killed by machines and weapons—it makes sense that she detests it all. she sees his point.]

Perhaps I misjudged you.

[understatement.]

—yes, I'm Wanda. [belatedly, and here she does offer her hand; a show of more... amiable intent, from her behalf.] I met Viktor a few months ago. He — speaks differently, for a man of science. He also looks unwell a lot, so I hoped to check in on him. I suppose that won't be a problem anymore with you here, though.

[with this bond they have; this unending care jayce feels towards viktor.]