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noting his initial reaction to her comment about dalia, portia gave the boy a softer smile, eyebrows knitting with a kind concern and understanding. "only if you'd like, hun," she said, even though he had eventually appeared to be enthusiastic about it. she wouldn't lie, for hvitserk to make nice with dalia would be such a dream come true... her two favorite babies together. how perfect.

his nod about children was good, because though dalia would surely be a big help with another litter-- with the war and possible political problems that followed... there would be a need for an extra set of paws to help with them. dio would surely be a busy diplomat (busier than usual) and portia didn't wish to hinder him... not that he would ever complain. he buried himself beneath her chin, and portia cooed softly, "i'm so glad you're back, sweetheart, i've missed you like hell."