Philip Hart wrote: > > Any comments on the "friend" issue? > I think Teldra cemented Vlad's friendship for life when she welcomed Noish-pa to Castle Black (at the end of Pheonix?). Vlad was quite grateful for genuine care and personal welcome the Lady offered with grace to an old man that Vlad loves quite dearly. Combine this with the friendship that had grown between him and Morrolan... I do not think Teldra was in any way wrong about their relationship. Casey