The intense anger suddenly lightened, falling to the outskirts of her senses, still there, but not nearly as strong. His words, matching hers, brought a sense of relief as well as joy.

"I recall several incidents when I haven't been the best of company," she replied, "But you were there anyway."

She pulled her hand away from his, bringing the dance to a halt, laying her head against his chest and closing her eyes as she hugged him. Hugs were soothing, or at least, Wan's always had been.

"Evandau may have been an awful leader," she said quietly, "But I'm glad he brought me here, because I met you."