Tom expects another session of pleading for more time in Valdemar, but he and Door will be firm this time. A month is quite long enough.

He raises his eyebrows in surprise to see her bag packed and waiting at Megwyn's feet. He raises them even more when she runs, throwing her arms around Door's waist. He glances at Megwyn, and then back to Ingress, before meeting Door's eyes. This reception was not what either of them expected.