Wovian was reunited with his family, they declared the contract complete and Aggie returned to the Grey Talon. Four hours later, Wovian was at the door, and they lifted off to break thirty-two different laws and kidnap a minor. “Why are you doing this?” Wovian was gripping the doorway of the cockpit. “Because no one should be forced to give up part of themselves until they are ready. You aren’t ready, and if you change your mind, you can still go home.” “What about you?” She chuckled. “I have no idea. I obeyed the rules of the Alliance when I dropped you off, but now, I think that Nyal space is going to be more hospitable.” “You are running because of me?” Tears formed in his eyes. “Of course. Choice is my primary concern. You are going to have to split your psyche in two. That isn’t something you jump into out of obligation.”
