If he could fix the problem as fast as he wanted, then Shura would be heading back to the Freeps that evening. It’s a perfect excuse to keep her captive, if nothing else.

She does wonder how honest he’s being about the entire bed situation, considering that he chose to sleep on the floor instead of waking her up the inn. But she can’t complain, and it’s the safest answer for Aconite.

“I appreciate it. I’ll owe you a drink after this.” A drink today also sounded good.