[ What is it about Kat that brings out the most ridiculous childishness in him? Alfendi has to resist the urge to stick out his tongue.

He smiles like the proud goddamn mentor he is. ]

She's certainly proven herself, if that's what you want to hear.

[ By now they've arrived at Aleks's, surely? ]

...Speaking of which, do remind me to bring her something. She'll be insufferable if I come back empty-handed.

[ Alfendi, stop exaggerating. ]