Shady

Ky smiled and shook her head. But then she thought about the suggestion. “That might not be a bad idea, honestly. Just a year or two. But like an internship, ...

Ky snorted. “That may be a bit extreme.”

Ky nodded again. “I think they’d agree with you.”

Ky nodded. “Most of the time, I think.”

Ky snorted, but smirked. Then she hesitated and sobered a bit, thinking for a moment. “I think they were happier on the farm than they’d been here, as children. It ...

“They got banished, as I understand it.” Ky shrugged. “Apparently when you’re completely awful you’re afraid your little brothers would rather you be dead than in charge of them. So ...

Ky nodded. “Anneke’s aunt took Tomhas and Gaius in for a few years when they were all teenagers.”

“Yes.” Ky nodded. “So was Sara. They were best friends growing up.”

Ky flinched at that. Tomhas would probably feel too guilty to marry her off soon. But as soon as he asked, she’d say yes. Or she may offer, if it ...

“My childhood was literally perfect before I got taken.” She hesitated. “Well… I didn’t have a mama. And worked a lot. But I was very, very happy.” She sighed. “Just ...

“That’s good.” Ky nodded. “I’m glad to hear it.”

Ky nodded too, glancing at her. “Did you get one?”

“Mm… that’s an interesting thought,” Ky said thoughtfully. “I suppose it makes sense for the rest of your life to get accelerated, if you’re not afforded a childhood and grow ...

Ky nodded in agreement. “He does act older than he is, I think. Very solemn.”

Ky nodded. “That’s what he’s like.”