( You have a husband that this happens to and you do your research. There are always aspects of magic and their covens that they don't share with one another, it's like marriage like that. But, his reaction - while not unsurprising means they'll find another way. He's not going to push this, he's not going to break what they are.

He gives up the ghost this time around, but when someone's life is no longer their own - say in the case of brain death - but, he knows this isn't what David wants. So, they'll find something else.

It's a little like the Meatloaf song, but much, much more dire. He shakes his head, the surface of his forehead still against his thigh. He sighs, breathes and turns his head so his cheek rests. )

What I want is for you not to have to fight to the death.

( He sits, back, lowering himself to the floor like a student at his husband's feet. )

So, tell me everything about what's coming. Everything. As bad as it can get. And why. Maybe something in there is the answer.