Rupert had to laugh. "No, no, I've not forgotten that in the least, nor do I think he's forgotten that I sometimes like to use him for boxing practice," he pointed out. "Ethan and I have quite a nice little arrangement going for the two of us, and what he has to offer is power." He took another sip of his tea. "Loathe as I am to admit it, mostly because it chips my pride, but Ethan is the most powerful sorcerer I've come across, moreso than myself even because I haven't been practicing as he has. And given the amounts of magic floating around this city, it's wise to have someone around who can come close to matching it. In fact, we're working together to track down the source of it through the cursed garments that've been distributed throughout the building. Davan and I had both received them after Thanksgiving, and I'm certain others have as well."