Kapitel 82: Chapter 82

Astira, of all things, lifted her eyes to the ceiling. "Have we not been flirting this whole time? Come now, you do not think so little of me that you believe I would hurt Symaia with such an action, do you?"

"No…" Omar said slowly. "It has always been apparent you love him, and it does not seem in your nature to act in such a selfish and hurtful way. But why…"

"You know Symaia. He has never minded that I occasionally pass a few hours in the afternoon or evening with another person."

Omar blinked slowly. "I… I am sorry, I think I am missing a vital piece of this conversation. I know Symaia, yes. What has that to do with your… dalliances?"

She titled her head and pursed her lips. "I mean, you know that Symaia isn't attracted to people the way most are. He enjoys sex, but he's not sexually drawn to anyone the way I am. The way I think you are."