“Teraeth, she has made up her mind.” I paused. “His name is Teraeth?” “Yes.” I chewed on my lower lip while regarding Teraeth. He seemed young enough. Not much older than myself. I turned back to Thaena. “Is he claimed yet? He’s lovely.” She blinked again, looking once more surprised, while Teraeth stared at me in mute shock. Then Thaena smiled. “Why … what are you offering for him?” “Well, you do still owe me a boon.” “A very good point.” “Mother!” Teraeth’s scandalized tone banished any possible doubts I might have had about their relationship. He was mortified. His mother was embarrassing
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