That is very true - I have seen and heard of magic far different from what my world has to offer here and elsewhere. I would not be surprised. [no, she would be - she's a magic nerd. She tilts her head] A younger brother?

[if she sees his hands trembling, she doesn't give it any attention; after all, he's trusting her with this, and as much as she teases, it does mean something.

What he says does strike a chord, though, and her smile is just a bit wry]

Well neither am I, but perhaps this is the start to better judgement, yes?