Tehvar froze, a little surprised. After the shock faded, he wrapped her arms around her in return. "Mother was surprised, and I think a little impressed. I wasn't punished. I was mostly ignored-- which is fine by me. I am safest, being ignored by her." He swallowed, feeling slightly awkward, but covered it with a smarmy smile. "I didn't realize you cared."<br/><br/>Marali watched them, eyes narrowed. He usually ignored her. Why wasn't he treating Amora the same way?