( the doves have died; the lovers have lied )

Ewar's made himself near indispensable to Martel in the past few weeks. The young man is hardworking, efficient, and earnest without failing to appreciate Martel's dry humor (after years of working with men and women he held in contempt, this last is just as important). It's probably why he feels secure enough to pose the question--one of many that ( Read more... )