I am. Or I was, I suppose. It's all very... [distressing.] confusing. But... yes. I'm practiced in other schools as well, but I've always favored healing.

[He isn't sure how much more needs to be said, or should be. But maybe a question for her wouldn't be very rude.]

Pardon my curiosity if it is inappropriate -- you said only your women can access the Phase, which grants you unique magical ability, but you don't consider yourself mages. Why is that?