Kate takes his hand and places a live starfish in his hand. "They don't bite and these get caught in the tide pools. You may release it if you wish. I release you of the bond. I wish to remain your friend and not mistress. It was not my wish for you to belong to me. I am glad you are here and not in the arena. Here you may go where you want. It will take you a while to understand the rules of society. Not everyone wishes to fight they do know how to protect themselves. There are those that will do harm because they want what others have. Mostly what they want is money or valuables. I am beginning to like you more than I am around you. There are moments were you can enjoy your surroundings and breath."<br/><br/>Kate collected more shells and called to the puppy. "We should be getting back. How about some hot cider before we head to the lake?"