[It seems that a familiar face is not enough to ease the tension, though perhaps it isn't a face he would prefer to see. That said, when last they met, Alphinaud had been certain they would never meet again. Had he fathomed it, however, this is not how he would have imagined the reunion to unfold.

Though, he can understand. If he's been torn asunder from his realm yet again, after having endured so much... He can hardly be faulted for his desperation.]

And uncharacteristic of myself, as you may know. [This conversation might be easier were they not so awkwardly stuck together, but alas.] I haven't the means to undo this spell at my present level of study, but I am certain that any of the professors should be able to assist us with that task.

Mayhap we should see to that first, and from there, we can discuss the more important matters at length.