Merlin chuckled. "It happens all the time. Magic is all around us, and people simply do not see." The whole place was moving just as normal, not looking at them or surprised at all.
"Most people do not see, or find other excuses for, whatever is inconvenient to believe in." He nodded at her.
"Where I go, so goes magic." His eyes peered at her, curiosity warm in his regard.
"Tell me something about you, then, Hope. I am curious about this one I am willing to take in."