“Do you still have your job?” Taucris asked. “Yes. Yes, and even if I get my own place I’ll always have my room at home, Mama said.” “Parents always say that,” said Taucris. “Do they?” asked Tic. “Mine didn’t.” “Nor mine,” Garal said, voice dry. “Well,” observed Ingray, with a small hiccup, “but I didn’t get any sea worms.” “Not everyone can be as lucky as I am,” Tic agreed.