I am certain he was disappointed in some way, but he did not express any anger to me. The children were friends of his from a theater troupe known for its tricksters. If I had to guess, I would say they were likely trying to get a closer look.

[Freya gives him a gentle smile.]

Yes, I finally took the title this year. I also received this. [She reaches into her jacket and pulls out a small ring affixed with a piece of coral. It's not difficult to tell it's no ordinary ring.]