[There are subtle changes in Shikamaru's observation that tell Albert that he also recognizes the new specters, though he says nothing on the subject. The two just seem to be talking, and without any auditory cues, one would have to read lips to pick up anything of what they were discussing.

But multitasking was a normal thing for both of them. Conversing and reading lips simultaneously just required a bit more concentration.]

With all of these shifts culminating towards something larger? It seems likely. The 'when' is the significant unknown.