"Put him, blindfold, into a closed room anywhere in the world, and he could tell if Sybilla was with him." This suggests that he has a unique sensitivity or bond with Sybilla, possibly through her scent, which connects him to her regardless of location. It highlights the depth of their connection, emphasizing a sense of familiarity and intimacy rooted in more than sight, but in memory and emotion."

"Nothing, even now, took from him that first moment as he stood on her threshold. Until the second moment came, and with it his years and his memory." This portrays the powerful impact of the initial encounter, filled with innocence and light, contrasting with the weight of years and memories that follow. It underscores how deeply significant that first moment was, affecting him profoundly as he transitions from anticipation to remembrance."