[ Charlie furrows his brows, canting his head a little as he looks at Peter. ]

No. Why would it? Anyone can be Marked, wizard or not, and it’s not like I hold the same hatred for magic that most people do. Magic is awesome. It’s the wizards that I can’t stand.

[ His expression smooths out into something much gentler when he adds, ]

You’ve got nothing to fear from me. I swear.