[ Whether it's the right thing to do or not, Magnus smiles. It's a small thing, though tender through it all. He doesn't want Alec to think he's disappointed by this—and he's not, there's just a plethora of questions he has over the whole thing. None of which he knows Alec can answer. ]

It seems a bit selfish for me to be happy for such a thing when I know what it brings. But even I can be just a little selfish.

[ Or a lot. Whatever. Who's counting? ]

Should this turn out to be true, it's not something you have to simply deal with. Not on your own. You couldn't possibly have a better guide!

[ Just a little tease to help lighten the atmosphere. The look on his face softens and even he doesn't realize it. ]

Having more time with you isn't something I'd turn away from.