"Correct. That day, he became my apprentice." With a little bit of magic, I made my quill ink turn red and mark a big red X on a section of the document. Then I set it next to the completed pile. One meant to be sent back to the department that sent it. Releasing a sigh, I turned my full attention to her. "He sort of became a son to me. Even though I treated him poorly, that was how I saw him. Marcus also took a liking to him, helped him far more than I ever could. My rebirth in this life has allowed me a better perspective on a proper childhood, to say the least. Looking back at all my choices when it came to him.." my voice trailed off as I internally winced at some of my poor decisions with him.