"Well, we have a lot of land, but there's only two of us to look after the sheep" Orna added.

"Just tell me if I'm kneading too hard" Kos said, using his thumbs to press on her back, moving in little circles. He focused on stimulating her muscles, not so much on making her feel good. "How's this?"

"I'll get my guitar" Veax replied.

"Have you two thought of having a hatchling of your own?" Larek wondered.