Abysa does his best to pull Micolash close, attempting to hold him still like one might try to calm a squirming Henry. It might be easy to mistake Abysa for one of weak physical inclinations, but he is a demon, for one thing, and Micolash is a greatly underfed, anemic, injured human who cannot see. He puts one arm around him, and holds the back of his head with the other, hoping to keep him held to his chest.

"Yes, Micolash, but please calm yourself! And close your eyes! Focus on being close to me instead. Let me explain." The physical contact is not just an emotional salve, but the demon's calming aura is strengthened with proximity and touch. This makes subduing the frenzy much easier.