“Yes, Moric.” He inclined his head, but a tiny, sympathetic smile tilted his tusked mouth. “Perhaps, if it doesn’t take too long, we can go for a walk around the grounds after your meeting. Get some fresh air.” “The council always takes too long,” I muttered, wishing for a weak moment that he would fall into step beside me rather than remain a respectful pace or two behind. Lyri was the only person in the world who actually walked by my side—even the council members hovered a step back if they continued trying to talk my ear off as I left another endless meeting.
poor Lor :(
