"She was his only daughter and his favorite among his four children," Aeron replied. "You cannot fault him for being sentimental when it comes to matters concerning her. Hairan was her betrothed, after all."
Nheera hated the reminder. Lately, it seemed like that fact has been the reason for her troubles.
"But they were never married," she countered smoothly. "And even if they were, my son is still very young. Is he meant to remain unwed forever simply because Laheir refuses to let go of the past?" Her tone sharpened slightly.
Aeron studied her for a long moment, his sharp eyes searching her face for cracks in the façade. "Is this the real reason you asked me here?" he asked at last. "To air your grievances with my brother?"
