[ The Underworld was one place Jefferson hadn't been, and he didn't plan on booking a trip any time soon. Like, ever, actually. But had this kid been there? If he had... Maybe he'd built his defenses just a little too high. It wouldn't do him any harm to be a little bit helpful. ]

You're not the only one confused, trust me. We're all trying to figure things out here.

[ There was a brief hesitation when he considered just how detailed he should be about his own "magic." Vague seemed most appropriate because calling it his own wasn't exactly truthful. ]

Everyone I've met insists the barrier can't be broken, but I'd been hoping our particular brand of magic would put up a bigger fight.