When everyone had left the kitchen, Oren caught Jorick's elbow. "What do you plan to do with her mother while we're gone?"

"So you're coming?" Jorick asked.

Oren was quiet a moment. "Yes. You helped me with my battles, even after we'd achieved our original goals. I'll help you finish yours." Jorick nodded and Oren repeated. "What about her mother?"

"I don't know," Katelina admitted. "I guess they can go back to Brad's apartment."

Oren looked irritated with ...