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Rather than make the decision herself, Thuringwethil allowed her children to decide Eljay's fate. It made sense, and Elwood understood the logic completely, seeing as Eljay was a trained caregiver. As Finley came to stand next to him, his gaze slid to the two youths, watching as they deliberated in different ways. The male inclined his head, nonverbally expressing his consent, while his sister offered a condition to Eljay, requiring that he ultimately return to Drageda. It was something of a reality check, hearing the possessive tone of her voice, but Elwood reminded himself gently that she was right; Eljay did belong to Drageda now.

But the happiness on Eljay's face lightened Elwood's heart and caused him to smile as well. He nodded to Thuringwethil as he stepped towards his son, ready to welcome him back with open arms. "Thank you, commander," he said earnestly, extending his grateful gaze to Artaax and Blixen as well.