Cassandra laughed. How could she not? It was a moment of pride, knowing that she, a mere mortal, could hold any sway over him. They both knew how irregular the entire situation was, compared to what had come before and what would come in the future. An understanding of time was something else they shared.

"Consider it revenge," she said, turning her hand over and interlacing her fingers with his.

She leaned over, lightly kissing his cheek.