Xander truly was an anomaly in the Empire — where human nobles like him ruled and reigned above all. But as a physician, he felt it his duty to never be biased. Everyone needed his help — human, elf, dwarf, or any other — and he could never deny anyone aid if he had the ability to render it. He would never judge anyone, and he certainly never thought to judge Viktor, just like he knew the other man had never judged him.

The blush in his cheeks darkened, and he had to clear his throat to reorient himself.

"Then I am honored you would allow me to be close to you. If there is anything you think I must know, I hope you will share it."