At the far end of the table, Franklin sits beside Sari, Lucas with them as well. The three of them are discussing the traditions of Derven.

But the most surprising is Irving and Rick; the two are behaving more amiably than she ever imagined possible. Rick is quietly filling in Irving on the current politics between the nations, Irving casually asking questions as they arise. From time to time, Mora sees Rick's eyes flickering towards her though she makes it a point to avoid catching his gaze. She is still too confused about her sudden pull to Irving, about Rick's quick to anger attitude to know what the right choice...