While still in the hug, Sabine murmured, "I love you, too."

Meesei's little bait and switch made Sabine smile. She nodded at Meesei's offer to train tomorrow. As for the rest of the day, Sabine actually felt like practising her magic. She had done enough alchemy today anyway, and her friends were all busy now.

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Janius was patient with Kaleeth. He took her by the hand and lead her out of the chamber without a word, even to the questions she insisted. He didn't lead Kaleeth far, only to a spot in the corridor where they wouldn't wake anyone. Janius stopped and put his arms around Kaleeth's torso, drawing her in close. He got straight to the point, smiling brightly, "Kaleeth, it would give me the greatest pleasure to be the father of our child. Will you bear a child with me?"