"What sort of illnesses do your patients usually have?" Iskra wondered. "Are there any particular diseases going around Minbenthac lately?"

"Indeed, but selecting the right one is all the more important. Of course, many schools would be happy to accept the grandchildren of Adykon" Kos replied. "I wish I could say they would be happy to accept the children of Kosjurec, but I haven't really made a reputation for myself yet."

"It will be a long time, indeed. Unfortunately for us, Dememoras has all the time in the world. His power will remain undiminished a thousand years from now" Larek said. 

"I suppose so" Veax replied. He took Hermia's hand in his own. "Say... when we have some free time, do you want to... try for a child ourselves?"