When Ruli disappeared, Kire narrowed her eyes at Gavin. "Really. What's with that 'your woman' business?" 
"Why are you two so testy about it?" Gavin muttered back. "I was joking."
Kire shook her head and continued with her meal. Afterwards, she went outside for a night stroll, coming back in time to see Ruli had returned with both liquor and a welcome guest. 


Kire, too, similarly grinned upon seeing Ysaryn. “Hello, Chieftess,” she greeted. “I’m sure Envy would be thrilled with the gifts, too.” 

“How are they? Your people?” Gavin asked, beating Kire to the question. Kire looked at the lad; he had a somber look on his face again, the sight of Ysaryn reminding him once more of what he had just escaped, and the weight of all the things he had done. 

“And how long will you be staying?” Kire asked. “Will you be having a drink with us before I go back home tomorrow? DO say yes.”