Northstar Vale My crystal nails.

Arsenio had not wished to override his wife’s skills with his protective nature. It wasn’t fair to loom over her, to remove her choices. He wasn’t that man. If she had confidence in her peacemaking skills and she had the strength of Maxim and Reyson, the Arche believed that she could do anything. He had to believe it.

If Maxim will go with you and Reyson, then I will not insist upon going with you. If Towhee will agree to help our boys, as well…

It was a lot, asking a new mother to share her children’s space and the milk she made for them.

Tamar said that she would remain behind if they voted on it. Arsenio thought the vote was smart, for it would take into consideration all of their wants and concerns. Towhee and Maxim were also leaders of Epoch. Their opinions were valued.

My vote has been spoken. I understand your goals, he said to his wife. I only want you all to be safe and to have the support of each other. If they traveled as a trio seeking trade, Arsenio thought that they would all return.