[ He just casts her a grin, bemused. ] I know. I've just been surrounded by very touchy mages for a while. I've been bashed over the head with 'responsibility' lectures far too often. It's becoming habit, I'm afraid.

[ Her curiosity has his smile deepening a hint and he inclines his head. ] I do. Sort of. We've only actually met in person once, and that was briefly. And... he was yelling at mages for doing something irresponsible, so I think I just tossed my own point out the window. But we've written a few times. He was having trouble with Orlesian negotiations and I gave him a hand. Not that I blame him. Orlesians are enough to give anyone a headache. But he seems a likable sort, I've quite enjoyed our correspondence.