"So I've heard, Magic must not be common where you are from." It was a simple explanation, but Clementine had hadn't this kind reaction, nor had Coraline when she'd somehow figured out he was a genie. "I can see that as a blessing really." Magic was often more trouble then it was worth.

Then he took a breath as he began the familiar explanation. "Almost. Your wishes have to obey the laws of magic. The rules of magic say that I can not kill anyone, nor bring anyone back from the dead. I also can not change the past, nor make anyone fall in love. And I must warn you, the bigger the wish, the bigger the consequences, so please, think carefully before you wish." He made sure to stress the last carefully.