Twig Snap considered him through narrowed eyes before reluctantly conceding his point. She still looked dissatisfied but after glancing at Boravar, decided not to pursue the subject.
Tarkyn smiled slightly, “But nevertheless, I will answer your question.” He shrugged, “The answer is simple. Before today, I have only had dealings with Boravar in public, in formal situations where my role as prince was of paramount importance. Today, he and I came to know each other more closely in a couple of hours than many people would in a lifetime. We shared the same life rhythm, the same expectations of living or dying…”
“So…” interrupted Twig Snap.
Tarkyn held up his hand, “Patience. I haven’t finished. When I wounded Boravar, I was beleaguered on all sides and largely unsupported.” He gave a wry l
