Lawrence immediately put his hand on Tidas' shoulder to stop him from cutting off Marco's arm. Magnus was surprised to see him being affectionate with a person. Other than public pleasantries, he'd never seen his oldest son acting affectionately like that with anyone; even his wife. It was an odd situation to be in, and he thanked the gods Karena wasn't in the room to see and complicate it.
Skye was in utter shock as Zazzy growled low at the person invading her bubble. Marco's touch was gentle and slightly soothing to her. She avidly felt an urge to lean into his hand, which was Highly unsettling to her. Confusion and desire fogged her mind at first, but then she remembered: Marco had access to Ether magic now. The princess glanced at the amulet around his neck, then pulled her cheek away with a hard stare, and a threatening growl from her dragon.
