"Don't see many mortals throwing energy balls either," Chris said. He didn't know what was up with this guy, but suddenly the idea of such an obviously magical person running around undetectable was going to put him on edge. Especially since he didn't seem all that stable and that really wasn't what Chris needed right now. His own ventures around the magical community had all been earthbound of recent and generally that was the most clueless group of people to stay in contact with as far as these things went. What Chris wouldn't give to have a one-on-one with a whitelighter if he thought they wouldn't recognize him.

That inspired a roll of his eyes. "Gee, thanks. Are you?" Hey, if this guy wanted to tell Chris any of his secrets right off, who was he to complain? It would certainly help Chris get a bead on him and he really did want an idea of what the deal was.