~Chapter 98~
"Your mate is a divine baker," Nimaro complimented, having finished his dessert.
"She will be thrilled to hear of your compliment. It's not every lifetime one hears such genuine words of kindness from an Aspect. Let alone the Aspect of a contentious brood," Karanosi said, his tone probing, his glass, near empty, hanging loose between his fingers. "I've been curious all evening as to what Nahtok'loy must be thinking about all of this."
"Savhejan, I assure you, Nahtok'loy is of no threat to Mae. He is aware of our connection, and he respects that she has taken vows. He was rather pleased when I told him, but offered no more than a placation before changing the subject. But that should be of no concern. It is abnormal for us to speak on anything to do with brood politics. However, if you wish to speak to him directly, I can make such arrangements. I have no reason to believe he wouldn't be amenable, given our current ties."
