I almost protested him leaving me, but he just waved, pausing long enough to kiss Trill on the cheek before he and Ameline ascended the stone steps, out of sight.

Silence fell, though the pounding of my heart filled the space well enough it seemed.

"I only have a little time left," Trill said. "And I'm finally able to talk about it. So ask."

I laughed, couldn't help myself. "Was it worth it?"

She ...