Friday Fiver Challenge

Five sentences from the fifth chapter of a Kalquorian universe book. Do you know your Kalquor? Which story did this come from?

“We have nothing special to offer you at this meeting.”

She shook her head, not understanding.

“We do have something from our last attempt to attract a Matara that you might like to have.  It is a beautiful piece of jewelry.  However, it is my understanding it would be considered poor form for us to give you a gift originally meant for another woman.”