[ That draws a more genuine laugh out of him. ]

Now, now, don't say that too hastily. I think if you met my cousin Dono, you'd lose your heart to him. All rational people do. [ By traces his fingers across Dorian's chest. ] But yes, axe and cudgel. On Barrayar, a family is made Vor for their service to the Emperor. My family's service was smashing all the correct skulls.