Nathaniel straightens the cuffs of his jacket.

"I was apprenticed as a magician as a young age. That means I was taken in by my master to live in his house and he served as my guardian as well as teacher. Mr. Underwood and I didn't always get along, but I... cared a lot for Mrs. Underwood." He checks with Sheehan, just as someone unused to telling stories and wanting to make sure he's telling it right.