[Magnus is having a hard time arguing against Taako's logic. Magnus knew at the time that running off alone was a bad idea, but he did it anyway, and he paid for it later on. But the alternative was just too much for Magnus to bet against if he'd been wrong.

And so... he breathes in and out, and his shoulders slump, but he stays.]

Okay. Okay. I'll tell you what I can, but if it's static, that's not my fault. And if you get a big old headache then I reserve the right to invoke I Told You So.

[He runs his hand through his hair.]

I'm not sure how much I can tell you about Lup but I can try.