I do. [This was looking bad. Already Waver wondered if this was what he deserved - punishment for his greed when confronted with the option to have whatever he wanted. That one thing seemed so out of his grasp, he couldn't help but take the offer.

But, that thing was the reason he was standing resolute, holding the shield in place as best as he damned well could. He doesn't move from his spot.]

Not directly. But still more than you would know. But someone or something decided you needed to be here. Who thinks you are still capable of great things and deserve this opportunity to prove it.

[His breath starts to quicken, and the spell starts to flutter ever so slightly.
His voice is quieter now, but just as stern.]

No one dies without a regret.