“You probably can’t imagine I ever lost a feather during my fletching years.” I frowned. “Did you? Lose any?” “Many.” “Not as many as me, though, right?” “I believe you hold the record for most feathers lost.” I raised a proud smile. “You also hold the record for most feathers earned off duty.” “Off duty?” “Not on a mission.” “Huh. So this means that by the time I ascend, I’ll have earned almost two full sets. This should at least give me access to the rank of malakim.” His throat bobbed. “I promise that once you ascend, I’ll fight to give hybrids the same rights as verities.”
