Quite the contrary, I enjoyed the opportunity to see your magic at work, however briefly. It was quite pleasant, before I found myself startled— and that's hardly on you, Amelia.

[Still... her advice is sound. His thoughtful frown remains, and he gives a small nod of agreement.]

I'll be certain to practice due caution. It would be unforgiveable if I were to be careless and someone else were to be hurt because of— this.

[He lightly pats his chest with the hand that still rests there, having allowed the other to remain in hers— until she drops it. He'd almost forgotten about that, distracted as he was. Ah. When was the last time he'd—?

No, none of that, not just now.]

I do owe you a bit more explanation, it would seem, though I do not wish to cause you alarm.