[ He doesn't even need to open his eyes to recognize who's in front of him, but the look Rune does give him when he does is one of relief and annoyance and confusion all in one. The circle isn't one that can't be broken because he hasn't cast, so he's immediately on his knees in front of Ciro with his hands on his shoulders. The flicker of the fire casts a warm shadow over that familiar face, and there's something much softer about this moment than he could have ever imagined.
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Rune touches his cheek. ]
How long have you been here?