[At least Ithaqua does elaborate, else Urianger would have vocalized his inquiry. Not that Ithaqua needed it.]

So that is the way of it.

[Ithaqua's looking for more direct proof of their relationship- of his claim on Urianger's heart. It doesn't get much more direct than an official union of souls. In his heart of hearts, there's probably a part of him that wishes for their union for the same reason.]

'Tis a reassuring security, I do agree. [A coy smile spreads across his lips as he uses his unoccupied hand to reach for his mug.] Have I ever informed thee that I quite enjoy it when thou speakest of me so?