[Why was she crying? It was just a key. Ianthe didn't think she was offering Gilia anything more than she already gave her aside from free access. But there was something about having a key that did denote a deeper relationship real deep apparently. That smile was certainly something, though.]

My research is really the only sticking point. Same with not bringing anyone here without my knowledge. [The wards wish let them in anyway.]

Oh, I've offered Quentin temporary sanctuary here behind the wards if needed. Should I not be present but you are and he seeks it, cut your palm and pull him with your bloody hand across the threshold.