From his hiding spot, Howl lets out a barely audible sigh as he basks in the warmth he picks up from his bond. It's such a particularly wonderful feeling - briefly filling the hole in his chest, a small enticing taste of what's to come.

That encounter still needs to be set up, however.

I found out by other means. Do you think you're the only faun in my life?

Howl pauses, hoping to feel the tiniest hint of jealousy, even though she can likely tell that he means to tease her. A second later, he sends another message.

Come find me in the maze.