[ He nods. Yes, he definitely knows why. It's just complicated to explain in full, and involves Kell. Luckily, he also knows well enough from Kell himself that he thinks very highly of Viktor and has put more trust in the man than Kell is usually wont to do. Viktor may even know some of this, Rhy thinks.

And if not, Kell probably won't mind. It's for a good purpose. Even if the shame and hurt of going over his worst mistakes never really gets easier. ]

It was immediate upon arrival. I know this because I had a similar connection before coming here.

[ He looks down at the cup cooling in his hands, the next part barely more than a whisper and a sigh. ]

A bond of magic strong enough to keep me tethered to life -- after I had squandered mine.