Protect the pup-training time

”Loyal, too” he added, turning a little towards her to show the edge of his grin. He knew she was teasing him, but he was also certain that it would be harder than she thought to drag the boy off with her. Besides, he was a possessive bastard, and he didn’t give what he loved up easily. It was hard enough, giving up Tamsyn, and Resin. Losing Mal, and the drama that had unfolded with Magnus.

Speaking of.

“Did you hear about Magnus?” he asked her softly, wondering how much gossip might have trickled down to Auster by now. It was possible she knew nothing about it, and he found himself seeking her opinion on the matter. Magnus was family, and he loved the man, but it was hard not to feel frustrated with him.