"Indeed, he is." His gaze becomes fond as he thinks about the Ascian- his eyes crinkle at the corners as he smiles, before he chuckles. "I do hope that you get to speak to one another. Never mind his grouchy attitude, you understand that he has appearances to keep up."

He waves a hand, grinning. "It is appreciated, my friend. As my powers are very much gone as of right now... I may need all the help I can get!"