Slowly, I let go of the hug. His arms were slightly reluctant, but he eventually let go. With a bit of distance, I started my investigation. "Now, I have several things I want to ask. But I want you to know this. I do not judge you for what you did. I do not care that you used dark magic. No matter what, you will have my support. But I must know what you remember." A sigh escaped my lips as I finally added, "and I do apologize for my hypocrisy. I.. I have a lot I need to tell you, but only if you are ready after we discuss this..  accident ." Hopefully he got the slight bit of sarcasm to give some lightheartedness to this situation.