I paused, taking in his wings, noting the different areas of issues he'd mentioned, the places that needed trimming; the broad middle that wasn't shining quite as brightly, probably harder for Laszlo to reach. I planned my movements and then reached for the blade first. "I've missed this the most," Laszlo murmured. "Even more than sex with him. I've missed having my mate awake." I didn't ask if he'd had any guests do this for him. I knew the answer. I just didn't know why he offered me the privilege. I wasn't sure if I was ready to know, so I set to work silently.