[The door bursts open, bringing with it another harsh blast of the cold, which sets off the chill coursing through his body once more. The force of the wind causes him to shut his eyes momentarily, and he shields his face from the intensity of it. As the door closes, his eyes open, though he can hardly believe the sight that awaits him.]

Alisaie!

[He jogs towards her, quickly closing the distance, and it's clear that he desperately wants to express each and every question, comment, and concern that surfaces in his mind. However, her more casual approach and that small smile of hers give pause to those thoughts, and he returns the favor.]

And here I thought that I could brave anything by now. I regret to say that my travels to Coerthas did not have quite the lingering effect that I hoped they might.