[A frown of disapproval settles into his features, and Connor shakes his head.]

Why wouldn't I be? If I know the cause, I can deal with the consequences with a much clearer head.

[He drops his hand from petting Sumo, and continues.] It only makes sense, after all. We've all been granted an ability, and going over the scene in my head, I think it was your touch that triggered it.