Redsand Canyon rain

He had seen Arsenio around, of course, but never had a conversation with him. This was apparently his wife, which didn't necessarily excuse her from his irritation, but she at least had a reason for being here. 

He bit into his meal as she spoke of her observation. He might have wondered how she knew that about him, but the auxillary was usually busy with spars, or patrolling, or whatever else the imperator commanded; it wouldn't be difficult for her to notice that. 

Kallik nodded. Yeah. I like to stay busy. He took another bite, his sharp gaze studying her curiously. What do you do when you are tending the rooms? he asked after swallowing his bite of food.