The unexpected appearance of Cade's brother had been, at first, a tentative relief. Not that Simon quite remembers how fraternal relationships are supposed to go any more than Cade does, but--surely Callum is better-equipped than most to help him make the transition to life outside the confines of the Order, right?

Right?

As Callum plies Cade with another mug of ale, Simon begins to wonder. He nudges Cade discreetly under the table while Callum is distracted by a barmaid.

"Maybe hold off on finishing that until you've had some water," he murmurs.