[ With that, he reaches out, lightly resting his hand on the door. ]

I need you to think of Magni and Nym. Whatever comes to mind first should work.

[ A very gentle warmth is going to wash over Wren, bringing feelings of nostalgia and a twinge of homesickness. But, more than either of those, there is a chance he'll recognize that this is a spell of protection, unique to Aeryn. It was very frequently used on Wren, after all, the moment Aeryn even came close to mastering it.

There are no words, no incantation, only the feelings. Warm, affectionate, and familiar feelings. ]

It will easily hold for a few days. Even if somebody malicious came along, they would only feel confused. And, even if they tried to force their way over here, they'd wind up blacking out and wake up several miles north, unable to remember how they got there.

[ With that, he rests one hand over Wren's arm. ]

I, um...

[ He closes his eyes. ]

Mastered that spell because of you. I used to... blame myself, for not doing it sooner. All I'd ever wanted was to protect, but it felt like I was always just shy of strong enough, with everyone I ever cared about.

[ There's a weak laugh before he swallows thickly and shakes his head. ]

Sorry, I'm just... maybe still a little tired? I think I should sit down.

[ But he doesn't try to pull away. He simply lowers his head, eyes still closed. ]