While aware of the fact that stepping away from his position as a peri in the first place necessarily means giving up all of the responsibilities that came with it, Ishiah still can't help thinking that there is an inherent obligation that he has, as someone who's lived so long, someone who cares about the welfare of others, and someone who wants to protect his and his own in the process, to help newcomers to the island. To help the lost in Manhattan.

"I wouldn't call myself a patient man," he considers, "but I make it my priority to help in any situations where I think my experience is relevant. Regardless of what happens, you are free to turn to me with questions. I won't always have the answers, but I will always have suggestions to offer."