Joshua glances back to Clive at that look, lifting his shoulders just a little bit. He reaches out, scratching Pearl's head gently. What baby doesn't like pets?

"My brother and I are... sick, and if we use our magic, it makes the sickness worse. We were hoping that you might be able to help us? If your siblings need to be awake, too, we can come back another time and play with all of you."