[ There's a theory. With stories like these, isn't it often about saving a friend? And with Mr. Tibbs portrayed as a hero of sorts in this knightly tale, it would fit his character... ]

I don't know for certain, but it's a possibility.

[ And then he takes a moment to look around the library, at the frozen quality to everything. ]

It could be that the wizard is the best chance they have of fixing this mess.