[ It's a strange thought being invited in like this to a Barrayaran home. He takes in the scene for a long moment before finding a chair. So this is what it was like in the home of the 'hillfolk.' ]

Many in these parts only speak one, maybe two, [ Duv explains. ] Which can create complicated barriers depending on who comes to the region.

[ And with the Cetagandans out and about, there was plenty of reason for people to migrate. ]