Mages do not marry. The Circles might not be present and they may never exist again- but this is something I do not think will change anytime soon. Several nobles needed a templar present during the lunchon in case I was a danger. Maria was terribly kind to offer herself for that but- the matter stands.

[ It is not an attitude that will change. More than that...she shakes her head. ]

A husband and a family has never been a part of my plan. Perhaps making Senior Enchanter before forty- managing more specific research outside of combat magic, refining techniques for healing and the treatment of illnesses...there is much to be done. I do not have time for it.