(the hand that grasps sebastian gets wrenched away the moment the man is on his feet. that this cold doesn't seem to be hurting him is miraculous, so odd, in fact, that voryn can only stare as his cloak is donned. but there are too many worlds to discount one in which humans are resistant to abnormally low body temperatures. for now.

fireside, he fits his hands back into his sleeves and shakes his head.) Embarrassing... Yes, but only I would know of it. And I think, gratified by the private humour in it, I would guard the story as a secret.

(good to know that they're both cretins when it comes to the sad fates of others.)

How interesting that its roots should go so deep. Down until there is no soil left through which it can reach, I'd imagine. Did you discover anything else of note?