“Actually,” Virmad says, his heart pounding as he switches gears with a smoothness that surprises even himself, “it was me — I just wanted to let you know I’m not sure I’m going to be able to make it to dinner tonight.” He smiles to himself, then adds, “I hope we’ll be able to see each other soon, though.”

[couldn't resist the opportunity to hit on Jedao, sorry not sorry!!!]