"When the news came that there was a scholar of that name working in the Great Library once more, I decided to visit," Carianaya continues. "I wanted to meet the person my son valued so highly that he refused an easy post. I should have realised that I already had." She takes a breath. "If you are willing, I would appreciate hearing... hearing about Narayedaran's time here. That is the research I wish to carry out."
Inric looks away for a moment, then back to meet her gaze.
"I would be... very glad... to share the memories I have," he says.