[Samantha watched from the living room as Grainne worked, nodding.] Good. It takes time to work with the elements. There's always one that's harder than others, one that's easier. Oddly, I seemed to have the best knack for spirit myself. I think it's because all of the illusions I've heard of are spirit at their base, even if they draw on water and air.

And I don't know. A brazier's not a terrible thing until winter. [She took a bit of meat and cheese, rolling it up between her fingers and chewing on it thoughtfully, nodding in thanks. Gotta love carnivores.]