“So, you were sure you could take care of them?” “Not really, no.” Akstyr grinned. “That’s what I thought. I was surprised you…” “What?” “Stuck around when they gave you an out. Tuskar wouldn’t have, for the same reason he backed down in his office. He doesn’t start a fight unless he’s sure he can win.” “That’s how most people are,” Amaranthe said. “It’s called a self-preservation instinct.” “Yours broken?” “I’m beginning to think so.” “Well, uhm,” Akstyr said, “thanks. For staying.”
