It was almost three when a vehicle pulled in. For the first time, Katelina was happy to see Oren. She dropped the book she'd been reading on the nearest stand and stood, just as a purposeful knock sounded at the door.
Jorick calmly finished his paragraph, and then answered it. His lion-maned fledgling pushed his way past him. He glanced at Katelina and uncomfortably adjusted his long gray coat. "I assume Jorick mentioned that you'll be driving?"
She suddenly realized how horrible it must be for him to need something from her. The idea spread a smile across her face. "Let's see how superior you are now, Mr. Grumpyboots!"
A warning look from Jorick said he'd heard her thoughts. She flashed him her cheery grin. "Yes, Jorick explained that you need me this time."
Oren's eyebrows drew toget
