Don't believe in no-win scenarios

"He's always the serious one. But I suppose someone has to be," Felix adds, partly in deference to Jim. He sounds less like he means the sniping than usual, though. Recently he's starting to soften toward his brother a little.

And to be fair, the man who did half the work of organizing their wedding surely deserves that much.

"There is a thought," he says brightly, chin lifting as he stares into space thoughtfully. "If anything ever does go awry, it might be worth your while knowing a friendly alchemist with a knack for healing spells." He winks at Palmer. "Someone with very reasonable rates and an impeccable sense of discretion. Luckily, I happen to know just such a fellow."