“There is no limit. Say no as often as you like. If he gives up, well, all the better. One less for me to scare away, and you know he hadn’t much dedication in him to begin with.” He was not here to help them, after all. There was no candidate, so to speak, who had Judgment’s backing thus far, though he was surprised none had sought such an allegiance. It was likely a matter of time.
“If all you want is a day out, take one. If he thinks you are dull now, how will he fare in a decade at your side? As unthinkable as this may seem to you, you just may not have to settle. Do not resign yourself to it so quickly, at least.” Seeing her seated there, in her rightful place, it was a firm reminder of his. He had been calling her by her name more often than not today, slipping back into bad old habits. She may not scold him for it, but it was hardly his custom, and there was a reason behind that.
“Come with me on one of my trips across the Veil. See the human world. No one will know who you are. No expectations, no demands. It will be a better day than a hunt, I promise you.”