#earthrunes

She is quiet a moment. "Do you need some time away from EarthRunes, love? Should we go to the house?"

A puzzled frown that clears slowly. "If you have to ask... the answer is yes."

"I haven't kenned you, love, but...you seem a bit overstressed about this." She taps the book. "It may be easier to focus on there."

"Have I not done well at the house?" Seeking clarity.

A blink. "Of course you have. Where did that come from?"

"I just.... if our balance is not beneficial I would like to make it so."

She looks at him, then turns and calls over one of the staff to arrange for them to be away a couple of days, and to have some supplies packed because they might not be able get to the store.

He looks....ashamed but accepting.

Coradel gives him a reassuring look, and a reassuring touch, and a very reassuring kiss. And not too much later, they are packed and driving off to their house for a day or two, Coradel leaving strict orders for her to be called if there is need.