They are a bit like wolves sizing each other up, aren't they? One hopes that keeping the Fool's best interest in mind will also keep them from being at cross purposes.

That was remarkably little reaction from a man whom the Fool claims to love, which only adds to Devin's puzzlement about their relationship. Things must be quite complicated between them.

He raises his eyebrows. "You've seen his face, Fitz. He was assaulted. 'Unpleasant' is an understatement." His tone is almost scolding, like he can't quite believe Fitz would take this so lightly. "I'm working on finding those responsible and politely informing them that any further action against him would be extremely ill-advised." His eyes narrow slightly. "And I want to make sure you don't do anything exceptionally stupid to jeopardize that."