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I was not sure if Calliope understood what an honor it was for me that she had prepared this meal. Coming from an older time, I had a different perspective on showing appreciation for one’s mate. Despite being born into a certain social class, my extensive travels had exposed me to various cultures and traditions. Consequently, I had adopted some different viewpoints, and having one’s mate prepare a meal was indeed a significant gesture of appreciation.
I felt genuinely happy when I learned that she had made this meal for me. Furthermore, her expressed hope for us to live together in the future also filled me with warmth. Initially, she seemed taken aback when I mentioned wanting someone to make my place feel more like home, as if I would consider anyone else. However, her reli
