[Once again, Douman gives the Ascian in his lap a Look. What has the poor sky ever done to you, young man?]

True. The worst is when they die in mid-payback and leave you dry and hanging with all those things you'd still meant to do to- I mean, for them. Descendants or legacy are not even close to satisfying for the rest.

[He shifts a leg that's slowly falling asleep with Fandaniel's weight on it.]

How much longer are you going to play lap-cat by the way?