August was just helping up a young Aaran when he was briskly turned about and greeted by name. He eyed the Jushorun uncomprehendingly for a moment, before his memories turned back to the Academy and recognition hit.
"Tharan-Kel! Ha! You old troublemaker! In the name of light and life, what are you doing here?" His greeting was enthusiastic, although he did, almost unconsciously, shift to place himself between Tharan and the bulk the refugees.