Edwin straightened reflexively at that touch, expression going to actual sympathy as Mr. Lionel shook his head, "No, it would seem that she had already moved on. Though at the time I couldn't accept that, hence my obsession that led to my unfortunate state when the two of you first found me." Another little head shake, "I can only hope she'll be waiting for me at the end of this, another few days isn't going to matter in the whole of things."

Edwin didn't imagine he would be half as gracious in the man's place, and so he nodded, "We do appreciate your delaying your departure, as it were." He gestured to the circle, "This really is impressive work, and while I'm no expert, from what I can tell it should have worked, were she still lurking around the mortal plane waiting for you."