Charles calm facade broke for a moment, pain washing over his face. "If only I could darling," He said, slipping an often used endearment in, at least when they were younger.

"I used to use my gift to gain advantage, but then I truly learned just how powerful and dangerous I can be, but I have to say that I've grown accustomed to that gentle hum, and now it's gone. It's disheartening."