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What the imperator does not know will not hurt him, he teased in return—a true joke this time. He valued Germanicus' opinion, just not as much as Aquene's. He would never admit that to anyone but her, though; she knew his every truth, the real Kallik, and it was something he trusted only her with. 

Kallik was all for resting. Not only did he want her to rest as much as possible, but he was very tired from his trip from the vale. Good idea, he said, her yawn prompting him to do the same. He snuggled her closer and rested his head back on her. Sleep would come quickly and easily tonight.