The words came out sharper than intended, but I did not regret them and Aeron's jaw tightened.
For a moment, embarrassment flashed across his face and then he offered a stiff bow.
"I did not come here to argue." He said.
"Then perhaps you should stop insulting people I barely know." I replied.
The comment landed exactly where I intended and Aeron's expression darkened and without another word he turned and disappeared into the crowd so I released a slow breath.
That conversation had accomplished absolutely nothing.
"You handled that well." Someone said behind me almost making me jump.
Draven stood several feet away. Great.
How much had he heard?
Judging by the faint amusement in his eyes, probably enough.
"Were you eavesdropping?" I asked.
"Not intentionally." He replied.
I was
