Page 109 of Grulen

“I think I can handle it, but thanks.”Morgan appreciated the offer of support.

“Okay, comm if you need me.”Talia walked confidently toward the library.

“Walk with me, Morgan.”

She fell into step beside the Zuvgran.

“I don’t know if anyone told you, but I earned a degree in education on Earth.”Morgan kept her gaze forward.

“I heard that.Do you have suggestions for Phoenix House?”

“Actually, I was hoping to hear more details about what you have in place, your goals, and where I might fit into all of that.”

“What a relief.Talos has been hounding me to offer you a position.He’s excited to have another teacher to help.”Largon let out an exaggerated sigh.

Morgan laughed.Well, that was easier than I thought.

“Would you need me to live on site?”

“Not necessarily.Rumor has it Traxen may build a small village nearby.I’m sure we can request a domicile for you so you’re close but not always in the thick of things.”

“I think I’d like that.”

“Will Jevax be joining you?”

Her breath caught in her throat.She swallowed hard.

“I’m not sure what Grulen’s plans are.I’m making my own without him.If he chooses to re-enter my life, I’ll address it then.”

Largon halted and turned to face her.

“I’m sorry, Morgan.I had the impression you were mates.”

Her eyes filled.She blinked rapidly.

“No, it’s okay.He took me by surprise by severing our relationship.I have to do what’s best for me now.”

He patted her forearm.His skin is cool.

“If you need to talk, I’m willing to listen.”

“Thank you.For now, I’d rather talk about helping with your mission here.”

After a productive meeting with Largon where they decided she would move into Phoenix House in a week and begin her duties then, she wandered into the kitchen.Ava pulled a fresh batch of cookies from the oven.She pulled off the high-tech potholder and motioned for Morgan to sit.

Grabbing a plate of cooled cookies and some milk, Ava joined Morgan at the small table in the corner.

“Have some.”

Morgan groaned.

“Oh, snickerdoodle.Where did you find the flour?”

They discussed ingredients and various food and spice combinations each had discovered.

“How’d it go with Largon?”

“I move in next week.”

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