Trusted isn't the word I would use. Accepted would be more appropriate. She's a resource, even if it's one that's not necessarily working in our best interests, and I'm willing to take advantage of that where and when I can.

[They have few enough resources as it is.]

Although speaking of resources- You say you're not built for the cold. How are you for adequate clothing?

[He'd hope someone who's as intelligent as Mohinder has to be would be smart enough to mention if he was lacking critical needs, but you never know...]