"Felix has become quite skilled with restoration magic," Stratos agrees, trying to help. Felix laughs a touch nervously.

"When it's necessary. I'll leave the blood and bandages to the real healers otherwise. Conjuration is still my primary school."

"Some things truly never change." There's no hiding the worry that creases Nereus's expression for a moment, but he's not dwelling on that subject at this happy meeting. "I hope you still remember how to use a real sword."

"Stratos won't let me away with anything else. But he still cheats in training."