[ Perhaps they can mutually agree that being as patient as possible is wise. For now, baby steps? ]

I think Fantasia would probably be your best bet, though none of them are really perfect analogies. [ He opens his hand, summoning some of the blue flame characteristic of his magic, then closes it, which extinguishes the flame. When he opens his hand again, it's empty.

He turns Axel's way, smiling a characteristically quiet Magnus smile. ] There's no need to apologize, Axel. For one thing, our separation is not your doing. And I am fairly sure I'll see him again. In the meantime, if you don't mind, I'd be happy to get to know you.

But I completely understand if you're not comfortable with that.