Imagine...
Having the power to read peoples minds, only of you have direct eye contact. Alex asks you to read his mind - he just wanted a reason to stare into your eyes.
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The eyes of your fellow X-man stare back at you. You were unsure for a few moments as to why he had asked you to use your powers on him, but as you stated into them you understood. You smirked.
"You cheeky bastard. Didn't know you liked my eyes so much."