England might not thank Maglor for telling France that. And that flicker of a smirk just might give that away before he nodded. "I will keep that in mind."

France finally pulled out the meat to rest while the rest finished cooking. A gift. His throat grew tight again so he kept his face turned, bent to his work. When he could speak again without sounding pathetic, he let out a soft chuckle. "I am not yet ready to accept payment, then."