“I didn’t challenge you,” she said coolly. “Getting too close is considered a challenge in most cultures.” “Then teach me.” His eyebrows lifted. “What you just did, pinning me like that. Teach me, so I won’t make the same mistake again.” “We don’t have time for that.” He shook his head, and then with great deliberation, he turned his back on the Threadwitch. She attacked. And Aeduan smiled.

