Claudia smiles, and a part of her wished she dared sit in her lap as some of the younger women did with the men they favored. The culture was quite open about flirting and other activities, although they did frown upon a woman not choosing someone when they found themselves with child. There were more than a few 'understandings' for the sake of marital bliss.

"I will continue my efforts as long as it does not hinder the welfare of my new people," she promised, in a mockery of formal style. "You know things were different where I come from, and few could hope to find this much welcome anywhere in my situation."