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 A strange hopelessness threatened underneath the pleasant thrum of release, but he fought it off.   Savous led them from the bathing chamber, aware of a multitude of eyes on him.   Tears spilled down Savouss cheeks when he laid his cheek on top of Irins head.   She held her breath when Arkir dived underneath Lanthans arm, caught him in a hold.   She wanted to lash out at Nialdlye, but that was wrong.  Hyle sat forward with a similar expression, Gala hovering at his side.  I dont think theres any hurry to start.   He only shrugged when she glanced down at the wet spot on his trousers.   Fake sunlight poured through the open balcony doors from the garden beyond.   But no, shed been wrong.   Youre not used to all this atonement.   She probably deserved their scorn, but really, enough was enough.    I didnt say we werent mad.   Brevin cupped her chin with one strong hand.   Whispering low in the smaller mans ear, he pulled Tykir away.   She took long, glorious moments to simply enjoy the tingles that spread throughout her limbs.   He stopped beside a chair matching the couch, perhaps three paces away.   Again, she easily pictured it.     His bold words cut through a world of insecurity.     She twisted her grip as she slid her fist from root to tip.